Another unfavorable decision on non-traditional trade marks has landed, now in relation to Dior’s iconic Saddle bag. The EUIPO’s Second Board of Appeal decided that Dior’s Saddle bag is not distinctive with respect to handbags. The decision is seen as surprising yet not unpredictable, given the recent history of unsuccessful trade mark applications for 3D […]
In an age where much of the world’s focus is directed toward urbanization and modernization, it becomes increasingly important to highlight the histories and traditions of smaller, often overlooked, communities. Curup, a modest yet culturally significant town in the Bengkulu province of Indonesia, is one such place where tradition and modernity meet in delicate harmony. […]
In Singapore, the popular eatery “ENG’S Wonton Noodles” is known for its springy noodles, luscious wonton dumplings and fiery chilli sauce. Its popularity attracted more than S$1.6 million in revenue one year, but a fallout between the founder’s children and their business partners led to multiple disputes, including a dispute over trade mark rights to […]
BRAZIL-POLITICS-BOLSONARO-SUPPORTERS-DEMONSTRATION – Credit: AFP via Getty Images Images are eerily evocative of the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the US Capitol came out of Brazil as thousands of supporters of former President Jair Bolsonaro stormed government buildings in the capital of Brasilia on Sunday. According to The New York Timesprotesters breached Brazil’s Congress, presidential offices, […]
High-end outdoor clothing brand Patagonia Inc is taking on fast fashion retailer Gap for copying its “iconic” fleece jacket design. Patagonia Inc has filed court proceedings in the Federal Court. In a complaint filed on 22 November 2022, Patagonia alleges that Gap willfully and deliberately copied the fleece design through the creation and sale of […]
Florida has recently seen significant changes to its gun laws. As a gun owner, staying informed about these laws is essential to ensure responsible and compliant ownership. Here’s a breakdown of key points to know about Florida’s firearm laws: Concealed Carry: Open Carry: Purchasing and Owning Firearms: Restrictions on Gun Ownership: Important Additional Points: Staying […]
Breadcrumb Path Hyperlinks columnists Stare decisis is the immutable authorized rule that courts will follow established precedent when making choices. Printed June 29, 2022 • 3 minute learn 68 Feedback Indicators left by abortion-rights supporters line the safety fence surrounding The Supreme Court docket on June 28, 2022 in Washington, DC Picture by Nathan Howard […]
Two well-known grocery shops, Tesco and Lidl, are concerned in an ongoing commerce mark dispute (Lidl Nice Britain Restricted v Tesco Shops Restricted [2022] EWHC 1434 (Ch)). Whereas the trial is about to happen in 2023, the current developments in relation to arguments of dangerous religion are noteworthy, particularly for manufacturers engaged in commerce mark […]