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Fanatics’ year of expansion makes for an award-winning brand protection team

WTR’s Fashion and Apparel Team of the Year is in a strong position to contribute towards continued brand growth at Fanatics.

FIGHTER owner obtains ex parte injunction against FITTER

The decision underscores the significance of safeguarding established trademarks from potential infringement.

Unlawful use doctrine may (or may not) be a defence to trademark infringement in the Eleventh Circuit

The Federal Circuit found that the district court had misread the Eleventh Circuit’s decision in FN Herstal.

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Blow for Société du Tour de France in TOUR DE X opposition

In a “particularly severe” decision, the General Court confirmed that there was no likelihood of confusion between TOUR DE X and the earlier TOUR DE FRANCE marks.

27 June 2024

Morality v freedom of expression: the COVIDIOT decision

This decision of the EUIPO’s Grand Board may be seen as a ‘high-water mark’ in applying the Article 7 absolute grounds for refusal.

25 June 2024

Experts insist on collaboration and education as e-commerce and advanced tech threaten brand protection

Trademark professionals from this year’s Anti-counterfeiting and Online Brand Enforcement Guide reveal the greatest threats to brands when it comes to counterfeit goods, and guidance on how to mitigate these.

24 June 2024

NIVEA prevails in trade dress dispute as Delhi High Court cements comparative advertising boundaries

The Delhi High Court has shed light on the boundaries of comparative advertising in a trade dress dispute over NIVEA’s Crème face cream, highlighting the courts’ role in safeguarding consumer interests. Businesses and rights holders should be cautious to operate within these limitations when marketing their products.

20 June 2024

TRUMP opposition decision focuses on evidence of use of prior marks

DTTM Operations LCC, which manages Donald Trump’s IP rights, was partially successful in opposition proceedings against a German businessman’s application for TRUMP.

19 June 2024

Declaration from director of opposing company deemed sufficient evidence of prior use by PTAB and Federal Circuit

A design and standard character mark infringement dispute has highlighted the validity of a declaration as evidence. While the defendant argued abuse of discretion by the PTAB, the Federal Circuit disagreed and supported a declaration from the director of the opposing company as sufficient for refusal to register.

06 June 2024

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