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DeutschIn assessing the similarity of the goods or services, all the relevant factors relating to those goods or services should be taken into account. Sfera / Sfera Kids v. Sfora Wear
BACKGROUND TO THE DISPUTE On 21 September 2016, the other party to the…
Requirements for an unregistered trade mark to be able to apply for a invalidiy declaration of a subsequently registered trade mark.
Background to the dispute On 22 September 2009, Fiesta Hotels & Resorts,…
The General Court points out that designations of origin are protected for both goods and services. Champanillo v. Champagne
Case C 783/19 concerns a reference for a preliminary ruling from the Audiencia…
The importance of the correct wording of goods and services when applying for a trademark. BIMBO vs. VICKY FOODS
Background to the dispute On 14 June 2018, Hijos de Antonio Juan, S. L., filed…
To what extent does the existence of employment relationship between the parties preclude or eliminate the possibility of recognizing co-authorship? Negishi v. Antonio De Felipe
Background of the case On 7 October 2016, the artist Fumiko Negishi brought an…
Guerlains’s three-dimensional trademark is is unusual for its type of goods and differs from any other shape on the market
BACKGROUND OF THE CASE On 17 September 2018 Guerlain applied for registration…
Geographical Indications – A tour around the world
Cristina Hernandez-Marti Perez participated as a speaker in the panel…
The sound of a can being opened cannot be registered as a sound mark
Background of the case On 6 June 2018, the German company, Ardagh Metal…
Distinctiveness and reputation of the contested trademark are not relevant when assessing likelihood of confusion. Movistar v. Moviestar
BACKGROUND OF THE CASE On 24 February 2015 Telefonica…
The General Court rules on procedural bad faith. The MONOPOLY CASE.
Background of the case On 30 April 2010, the appellant, Hasbro, Inc. filed an…