A recent preliminary ruling by the Court of Justice of the European Union (“CJEU”) in the joint case (C-148/21 and C-184/21) between a luxury fashion brand known for its signature red-soled heels Christian Louboutins and an
We are used to decisions about non-traditional trade marks not deserving protection in the European Union, leading to the inevitable conclusion that non-traditional trade marks can be difficult to register and keep on the register.
The recent McCain decision of
Stewart J has dismissed Brick Lane’s ACL[1] and passing off complaints against the get-up of Torquay Beverage Co’s Better Beers.
On July 21, 2021Brick Lane issued a press release announcing the launch of its new Sidewinders
Some of the largest false advertising jury verdicts were recorded in 2022. This, coupled with increased inflationary pressures will likely lead to an uptick in false advertising suits given that such pressures will impact consumer spending habits, leading to increased
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
Hamburg, Germany – Not only known for its famous seafood and the third largest European seaport for goods and cargo handling1but also a considerable and noteworthy jurisdiction when it comes to the protection and enforcement of trade mark
Small businesses are prime targets for invoices being left unpaid. Unlike a large business with a dedicated accounting department, small business owners often manage their accounts themselves or use a bookkeeper on occasion. This makes it
LAS VEGAS — More than 40 years ago, Jeff German put Nevada’s shield law to the test.
The young investigative reporter was summoned to a Las Vegas courtroom, where a mafia attorney demanded he divulge his sources.
German refused.
Now,
A current news story revealed the alarming fact that victims of domestic violence are having their details made public. How on earth can this be occurring?
Unhealthy religion has been a sizzling matter in UK and EU commerce mark issues in recent times – not least within the sports activities world the place latest outstanding instances have involved the soccer superstars, and one time teamsmates, Lionel