Paid AdWords competitor – trademark infringement in which country?

Advertising law, Internet – online branding, Trademark registration, Trademarks
24 March 2025

An online advertisement can, in principle, be viewed worldwide. When a company uses a competitor's trademark to promote its own products, this is often considered trademark infringement. To determine which court has jurisdiction, there are two options: the place where the defendant resides (or where the company is headquartered) or the location where the damage occurs/infringement takes place.

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Internet online branding social media, Social Media
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The influence of social media personalities should not be underestimated. Research shows that one in three young people buy products recommended by influencers. It is therefore essential that videos clearly indicate when they contain advertising. If they do not, fines can be imposed.

Up to 1,000 Euro subsidy (SME Voucher)

Design rights, Trademark registration
27 February 2025

Protecting your trademark, but with lower costs? This is possible with the SME voucher, while supplies last. With this European subsidy you can save up to € 1,000 on the official application fees for a trademark or design. Abcor is happy to take the administrative burden off your hands and therefore submits both the subsidy application and the trademark application or desisgn application for you.

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Abcor rises to Silver position in WTR1000

Other – General
3 February 2025

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Paid AdWords competitor – trademark infringement in which country?

Trademark attorney or ChatGPT?

Up to 1,000 Euro subsidy (SME Voucher)

Sushi Restaurant Umami Hengelo and Umami Borne

Abcor rises to Silver position in WTR1000

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