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26th Apr 2019

Australian Rugby League Commission – protecting its brands and golden history through IP

April 26 is World IP Day for 2019, with the theme of “Reach for Gold – IP & Sports”. Spruson & Ferguson and Spruson & Ferguson Lawyers, congratulate...

April 26 is World IP Day for 2019, with the theme of “Reach for Gold – IP & Sports”....

4th Apr 2019

Singapore Update – Clothing Brand Guess Fails to Prevent Registration of a “HATER”

GUESS?, INC v JEN, CHI SGIPOS 3 American clothing brand, Guess, Inc (“Guess”) opposed the registration of “” filed by Jen Chi for goods in Class 25 (clothing). One...

GUESS?, INC v JEN, CHI SGIPOS 3 American clothing brand, Guess, Inc (“Guess”) opposed the registration of “” filed...

4th Apr 2019

Gin, the best medicine

E&J Gallo Winery v Kristy Booth ATMO 2 In this matter, the opponent, E&J Gallo, opposed registration of the trade mark APOTHECARY GIN, which had been applied for by...

E&J Gallo Winery v Kristy Booth ATMO 2 In this matter, the opponent, E&J Gallo, opposed registration of the...

4th Apr 2019

Meet the FOKKERs

Fokker Brothers Limited v Fokker Brothers Inc Limited NZIPOTM 2 An application was filed by Fokker Brothers Inc Limited (the Revocation Applicant) to revoke New Zealand Registration No. 743062...

Fokker Brothers Limited v Fokker Brothers Inc Limited NZIPOTM 2 An application was filed by Fokker Brothers Inc Limited...

12th Mar 2019

Australia update: Legislative makeover for the cosmetic industry

To freshen up, the cosmetic industry may from time to time introduce a new ingredient in its makeup, soap, shampoo, deodorant, hair dye and other similar products. To the...

To freshen up, the cosmetic industry may from time to time introduce a new ingredient in its makeup, soap,...

26th Feb 2019

Singapore Update: Appeal Confirms That a Monster Can Indeed Be Sweet

The case, Monster Energy Company v. Glamco Co, Ltd. SGHC 238, was an appeal to the Singapore High Court by Monster Energy Company (the appellant) against the decision...

The case, Monster Energy Company v. Glamco Co, Ltd. SGHC 238, was an appeal to the Singapore High...

19th Dec 2018

New Zealand Update: Another Failed Opposition for Barossa Valley Estate Pty Ltd

This matter concerned an opposition by Barossa Valley Estate to the registration of the below trade mark by Australian Vintage Limited in connection with a range of wine and...

This matter concerned an opposition by Barossa Valley Estate to the registration of the below trade mark by Australian...

19th Dec 2018

New Zealand Update: ACTIPHEN Too Similar to ACTAZIN to Register

Anagenix opposed the Pharmazen’s application to register ACTIPHEN in connection with a range of medicinal food preparations (Class 5) and printed materials relating to those goods (Class 16).

Anagenix opposed the Pharmazen’s application to register ACTIPHEN in connection with a range of medicinal food preparations (Class 5)...

17th Oct 2018

Ride2Work Day: What role has intellectual property played in the success of the Brompton folding bike?

It’s that time of the year again: it’s National Ride2Work Day (Wednesday 17 October 2018). With this in mind, I thought I’d take the opportunity to show my appreciation...

It’s that time of the year again: it’s National Ride2Work Day (Wednesday 17 October 2018). With this in mind,...

24th Sep 2018

Hong Kong Update – Online Sales and Website Evidence Deemed Insufficient in Hugo Boss’ Trade Mark Infringement Claim

On 6 July 2018, the Hong Kong Court of Appeal reversed the High Court’s decision and held that Hugo Boss AG (“Hugo Boss”) was not able to rely on...

On 6 July 2018, the Hong Kong Court of Appeal reversed the High Court’s decision and held that Hugo...

24th Sep 2018

Australia Update – There is a Difference Between 2 and 4 Brothers

4 Brothers Brewing applied to register the below trade mark in connection with beer and the brewing of beer.

24th Sep 2018

Australia Update – When use supersedes descriptiveness

This matter concerned an application by ATP Institute Pty Ltd to register the trade mark MULTI FOOD in connection with supplements in Class 5.

This matter concerned an application by ATP Institute Pty Ltd to register the trade mark MULTI FOOD in connection...

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