Evidence that the defending firm’s ads confused consumers was “de minimis,” and online shoppers were savvy enough to distinguish between ads and organic search results.
The sophisticated nature of…
The General Court (GC) has recently confirmed that the figurative European Union trademark no. 002810299 consisting of two parallel stripes on the side of a shoe lacked distinctiveness (T-307/23 of…
Green trademarks are facing unprecedented scrutiny as 2024 draws to a close.
In light of the EUIPO’s latest decisions, it has become increasingly clear that the Office is taking a more rigorous…
All trademark news that you might have missed last month in one convenient overview. Read up on the latest news reported by the Kluwer IP Reporter.
Aden adopts 12th Edition of Nice Classification…
The 'Hawk Tuah' meme, popularised by Haliey (sic!) Welch, has prompted several third parties to apply for trademark protection in the EU. Can Welch, the 'Hawk Tuah Girl', challenge them?
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Federal Circuit rules Illinois litigation privilege bars claims in long-running trade dress dispute, but upholds some counterclaims.
In a nonprecedential ruling that could impact how companies settle…
However, the dissenting group’s use of the trademark on its website did not create a likelihood of confusion where the dissenters clearly identified the dispute between themselves and the Libertarian…
All trademark news that you might have missed last month in one convenient overview. Read up on the latest news reported by the Kluwer IP Reporter.
India invites suggestions for amending law on GI of…
Trademark law has a front-row seat to the rise of greenwashing. Since studies have shown that over 90% of consumers are attracted to brands prioritizing sustainability, the temptation to register and…
You may know the "Chewbacca Defence" from the South Park cartoon series. Here is a similarly confusing defence, which we named after the national dish of Hungary.
The principle of acquiescence is…
