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In Dublin, a pint of Guinness is a representation of Irish heritage and a well-known, trademark-protected brand. The recognisable Guinness logo on
By Michael Coyle, Solicitor and Owner of Lawdit Solicitors / TheTrademarkroom.com In the world of branding, sometimes it’s not just your name
Raising a Pint to Trade Mark Law: Irish and EU Perspectives
In Dublin, a pint of Guinness is a representation of Irish heritage and a well-known, trademark-protected brand. The recognisable Guinness
A Grille of Distinction: Mercedes-Benz and the Power of Design in Trade Mark Law
By Michael Coyle, Solicitor and Owner of Lawdit Solicitors / TheTrademarkroom.com In the world of branding, sometimes it’s not just
Investing in the UK as a Chinese Business? Here’s Why Trade Marks Matter (UK & EU Focus)
As a UK Solicitor based not far from Southampton, I’ve watched with admiration as Chinese businesses — from bubble tea
Running a Brand? Why Every Running Business Needs a Trade Mark (UK, EU & USA)
Good luck to everyone running the London Marathon this year! Whether you’re chasing a PB or just hoping to finish
Why Every Cycling Business Needs a Trade Mark: A Legal Perspective Across the UK, EU, and USA
As a Trade Mark Solicitor, I’ve seen countless cycling-related businesses — from innovative bike frame manufacturers to grassroots cycle clubs
Shoes are sexy; just ask Manolo Blahnik. But what about trademarks? What goods and services and what should I be focusing on when it comes to trademarking my shoe brand.
TRADEMARK STRATEGY FOR A SHOE BRAND Core Goods to Cover These fall under Class 25 of the Nice Classification: You
Did you know there was different types of trade marks?
In the UK, we must allocate every mark to a specific category. These categories streamline the process for organisation, clarity,
E-commerce. UKIPO provides some guidance and assistance to take down procedures for IP owners
Protecting intellectual property rights on e-commerce sites: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/protecting-intellectual-property-rights-on-e-commerce-stores E-commerce has expanded quickly over the last 10 years, giving consumers much
Fitness and Lifestyle trademarks
Why Trademark Registration is Essential for Your Brand It is not only a smart idea, but also a strategic necessity,
Can a shape be registered as a trademark?
For a shape to be registered as a trademark, the product’s shape must not be purely functional, have shown distinctiveness