Katie Horrod, Author at Carter Bond Solicitors

Understanding Trade Mark Classes

by Katie Horrod | Nov 24, 2015 | Trade marks

What is a Trade Mark? Briefly, a trade mark is a sign which can distinguish your goods/services from those of other traders. This can include: for example, words, logos, colours or a combination. Very often companies use their trade mark as a marketing tool, not only...

7 ways to legally protect your mobile app

by Katie Horrod | Nov 18, 2015 | Intellectual Property

Plenty of great mobile apps in recent years have gone on to be huge successes. Just think of WhatsApp or Instagram. Some could say that app development is in its ‘golden age’ right now. The app market is huge, and by next year, there will be almost 2.5 billion...

Trade Mark Search On The OHIM Database

by Katie Horrod | Nov 16, 2015 | Trade marks

You can search the OHIM trade mark database on our website to find out if your trade mark is available. There are over 7 million registered trade marks in the OHIM database, which is the European registry of trade marks. Save time and money by searching our fast and...

Differences between an EU trade mark and a UK trade mark

by Katie Horrod | Nov 12, 2015 | Infographic, Trade marks

From the 23rd of March, there have been changes to the EU trade mark registration process. This post has been updated to reflect those changes. Trade mark registration is territorial in the sense that you must generally register your brand on a country-by-country...

The Trade Mark Registration Process In The UK – Infographic

by Katie Horrod | Nov 12, 2015 | Infographic, Trade marks

Trade marks registration can be a complicated process. This is why the entire process can take between 4 to 5 months. There is no guarantee that the trade mark will be registered, but if clear guide lines are followed and a trade mark attorney is involved, your trade...