The ultimate guide to Passing Off
What is Passing Off? Passing off is a form of common-law unfair competition protection in the UK. It allows a business (the claimant) to sue
Ellis October 30, 2025
Skip to contentWhat is Passing Off? Passing off is a form of common-law unfair competition protection in the UK. It allows a business (the claimant) to sue
There are various Intellectual Property risks, one of which is hijacked listings and counterfeit sales, posing a direct threat to your brand’s integrity, revenue, and
In Dublin, a pint of Guinness is a representation of Irish heritage and a well-known, trademark-protected brand. The recognisable Guinness logo on your glass in
Following on from a recent trip to St Andrews University (30 mins from Edinburgh) I thought I would tell you about the University sector and
Protecting a brand is vital. A trademark watch service safeguards businesses from infringement, ensuring they stay competitive and secure in their market.
Filing a trademark for SOPHA for furniture in the UK could work, but there are some important considerations around phonetics and trademark distinctiveness. For example,
Here’s a breakdown of intellectual property (IP) business focuses for Q1 2025 to help you navigate the rapidly evolving landscape and protect your business assets
How to file for a PDO. In parts 1 and 2 we looked at the PDO’s and the benefits of securing a PDO. Here are
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
The Nice Classification (NCL) is an international system used to categorise goods and services for trademark registration. Established by the Nice Agreement (1957), it is