It is still a strange but given fact. Sometimes companies apply for trademarks for which the source of inspiration is beyond obvious. A senseless operation, so it seems.

Between 1960 and present Puma has obtained nearly 90 trademark registrations in Europe for its formstrip. When Monshoe launches sneakers with a similar imprint, Puma argues this constitutes an infringement

A feud dating back to 1997 has been ongoing between the American fast food chain Wendy’s and a local diner in the Netherlands. The local diner trademarked their company name

Dealerdirect Global operates a website , which would translate into Iwanttogetridofmycar.com. A competitor also uses this Dutch phrase meaning ‘I want to get rid of my car’ on its website.

Well-known trademarks enjoy broader protection. Their trademark not only provides protection against similar products, but also against completely different types of goods. It is important that the consumer makes a

Ever since 1974, Kärcher has been using the color yellow for its cleaning devices. This same yellow color is also used consistently on their website, brochures, packaging, promotional material and

Kitcars are self-assembled vehicles. A new body is built on an existing chassis, usually from a middle class car. Aside from being sold as ready-made cars, they are also offered