Understanding Trademark Parody: Lawful Humour Explained
Trademark Parody: Is Humour Lawful? Recently, I was strolling along a canal in Amsterdam when I saw a Tesla with a bright pink phallic symbol
Michael Coyle
June 14, 2025
Skip to content Trademark Parody: Is Humour Lawful? Recently, I was strolling along a canal in Amsterdam when I saw a Tesla with a bright pink phallic symbol
Sexual Trademarks: Initial Context During a recent trip to Amsterdam, I was rushing to court after changing my clothes and passing a shopfront that proudly
Once a trade mark is registered, you may thing that the job is done. However, a US trade mark requires steps to be taken after
A Guess clothing store abroad – a reminder that UK brands need global trade mark strategies. Walking through a shopping street in Italy, you spot
By Michael Coyle, Solicitor and Owner of Lawdit Solicitors / TheTrademarkroom.com In the world of branding, sometimes it’s not just your name that counts—it’s your
As a UK Solicitor based not far from Southampton, I’ve watched with admiration as Chinese businesses — from bubble tea brands and hotpot restaurants to
The most important case is the TREAT case. British Sugar PLC v James Robertson & Sons Ltd (1996 RPC 280) In this case, Jacob J
The Trademarkroom is a fan of those lovely, healthy, vibrant tomatoes, and the fact that Isle of Wight tomatoes are grown exclusively on the island
Both Lego and Greenland are registered trademarks in various jurisdictions. For example, in the United States, “Greenland” is registered under serial number 88855549 by Green
Football is no stranger to iconic celebrations. From Ronaldo’s “Sii” to Mbappé’s crossed arms, these moments often transcend the pitch, becoming trademarks of players’ identities.