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Katy v Katie: The Importance of Reputation and Early Brand Protection

Pop star Katy Perry has successfully appealed a Federal Court ruling over the use of an Australian designer’s trade mark registration for the words KATIE PERRY. The recent decision by the Full Court of the Federal Court...more

Miller Nash LLP

[Webinar] How To Protect Your IP by Avoiding Common Trademark Mistakes - January 22nd, 9:00 am - 10:30 am PDT

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If you're looking to safeguard your brand and avoid costly errors in the world of trademarks, this session is a must-attend. Our experienced speakers will guide you through the essential steps to protect your intellectual...more

Ward and Smith, P.A.

Company Names vs. Trade Names: Understanding the Legal Difference

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So you did all the hard work that was necessary to get a new business off the ground.  And you formed a new business entity with the Secretary of State to conduct that business, such as a corporation or limited liability...more

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Federal Court finds Subway’s trademark rights infringed by cannabis retailer that adopted “Budway” parody mark

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Earlier this month, the Federal Court issued its decision in Subway IP LLC v Budway, Cannabis & Wellness Store, 2021 FC 583, a case involving a cannabis retailer that knowingly adopted a parody mark in connection with its...more

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Not all pun and games: Federal Court not amused with cannabis company’s brand parody

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In a recent decision of Canada’s Federal Court illustrates the danger of adopting a mark or name “inspired” by a famous or well-known brand, even when confusion is unlikely. The decision is a cautionary tale, particularly for...more

Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox P.L.L.C.

MarkIt to Market® - June 2019: A Coexistence Caveat for Junior Users

Many trademark disputes are resolved by coexistence agreement – a contract whereby two trademark owners agree to use similar trademarks, but with certain limitations in place to avoid a likelihood of confusion in the...more

International Lawyers Network

TOP-10 IP Disputes in 2018

CATEGORY: Trademarks - CASE: Sony vs. PAG - DETAILS: Resolution of the Constitutional Court No. 8-P dated 13 February 2018 - SUMMARY: Unlike the counterfeit, the original (grey) product cannot be destroyed under the...more

Harris Beach Murtha PLLC

Can I Use Song Lyrics in a Beer Name?

Beer and music go together – always have and always will. Lots of brewers draw inspiration from song and many have used lyrics or even titles to name beers or even their breweries. For example, the superlative Singlecut...more

Fenwick & West LLP

Intellectual Property Bulletin - Spring 2018

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Bitcoin is often portrayed as an untraceable method of payment that facilitates illicit activities by enabling criminals to make and receive payments without being tracked. This depiction implies that users transacting in...more

Chambliss, Bahner & Stophel, P.C.

Intellectual Property Law Series: Do Trademarks Matter? Yes.

Companies have many assets to protect, such as cash, equipment, inventory, furniture, etc. But, one asset that is often overlooked is intellectual property (IP), such as trademarks, patents, copyrights, and trade secrets. In...more

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Considerations When Creating Your Brand

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I. Conducting a Clearance Search - A clearance search is an investigation to determine whether a new trademark1 can be used without interfering with an existing, senior trademark. No matter how unique you think your...more

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