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Why conduct a trademark search?
Conducting trade mark searches is an essential part of the process of choosing and protecting new brands. It is fair to say that it is also frequently the most frustrating part of the brand protection process for clients given the possibility that a proposed brand...
A Summary of how to Remove a Director
Removing a director from a company is much more complicated than removing an employee and is usually a sticky subject and if not done correctly, could invalidate the entire process. Below is a summary on the process. A director’s appointment may be terminated:...
Weight Watchers plumps for a slimmed down brand
The news that Weight Watchers International Inc has decided to drop its house brand WEIGHT WATCHERS in favour of “WW” is a useful reminder to all brand owners of the need to look ahead when setting about choosing your brand name. Weight Watchers has been using the...
Jaguar pounces on unsuspecting luxury watch maker
The recent news reports that Jaguar Cars has filed a trade mark infringement claim against luxury watch maker Christopher Ward is yet another warning to brand owners of the dangers of launching a new brand name without first carrying out the necessary trade mark...
NOTORIOUS trade mark suffers knock-out blow
The news that the new whiskey-brand EU trademark application of former Ultimate Fighting Champion, Conor McGregor, called “PROPER NO. TWELVE” has been published by the EU Trademarks Office following the withdrawal of his original brand name NOTORIOUS, is a reminder to...
Why your Company should have a Shareholders’ Agreement?
When entering into a legal relationship, whether that is buying a house or having a kitchen installed, you want to know exactly what you are getting and that it is worth the money you are spending. When you are investing your time and money into building a business...
Mac to Basics: McDonalds Trade Mark & Supermacs
Should MacDonald’s fast food restaurants be entitled to object to any brand featuring “Mac” or even “Mc “by other food traders? MacDonald's certainly thinks so which is why it has opposed a European Trade Mark (EUTM ) of the word SUPERMAC’S by Irish fast food chain...
Cease And Desist Letters For Trademark Infringement
Trade mark infringement can be a serious matter which needs to be addressed as soon as it is discovered. Companies, or individuals, who infringe a trade mark do not often understand the legal implications of copying or using a mark without permission. On the other...
Trade Mark Infringement Process
Trade mark infringement is far more common than most business owners would expect. Brands that start developing a good reputation in the marketplace are often copied or imitated by other companies trying to capitalise on their growing goodwill. In this post, we will...
Have You Decided to Sell Your Pharmacy? Follow These 4 Steps
Whatever the reason behind your decision to sell your pharmacy, it’s important to give yourself enough time to prepare your pharmacy for sale, as prospective buyers will be looking for a number of factors when conducting their due diligence.
