Companies sometimes think they are safe once their trademark is registered and that possible older similar marks can then no longer be a problem. This is not correct. Sometimes a
Often companies forget to include separate clauses in cooperation agreements about the use of trademarks. For example, may a distributor register domain names or social media accounts in which the
Nissan launched an advertisement on YouTube for the Nissan Qashqai with e-Power. The consumer sees images of a moving car with the text, “Who says you need a plug to
When Max Verstappen applies for the trademark MAX 1 for clothing, Nike objects based on its trademark AIR MAX. In the opposition proceedings, Nike wins. Max Verstappen did not appeal
Famous artists, movie stars, athletes et cetera often register their names as trademarks. Not only for the services they provide under that name, but often also to start selling merchandise
Within three months, 34 domain names containing the ANWB brand were registered. In case of domain name infringement, there are two options to put a stop to this. Bringing a
It is common knowledge that state symbols should not be used in trademarks. The reason being that consumers may deem the products/services approved by the government. In Switzerland, a law
The ruling in Supermac’s cancellation case against the Big Mac trademark shook trademark law in the European Union. McDonald’s relied on its prior trademark Big Mac in the earlier opposition
NFTs and the Metaverse are a hot topic at the moment. The main question is, should trademark owners now massively re-file all their trademarks to include these digital products and
Amazon’s online platform features a mix of ads. On the one hand, advertisements of products offered by Amazon itself, and on the other, third-party advertisements (the hybrid model). It is
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Among others in this issue:
• EUIPO vs Mora TV: weigering geluidsmerk
• Jägermeister vs Alte Heiler: stop Russische copycat
• Stichting Nederlandse Top 40: gericht op Benelux?
• Tijdschrift HART vs Hermitage: soortgelijkheid
• Monique Granneman: nieuwe partner Abcor
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