21 Jun 2020 | A series on the characteristics of South Korea Design Patent System
A series on the characteristics of South Korea Design Patent System Introduction to Korea Examination System Design patent law of South Korea was legislated independently and was first enacted in 1961. During the past 50 years, the law was amended on several occasions in order to adapt to the rapid development of the country’s design industry and meet the diverse needs of applicants. It gradually formed its own characteristics. South Korea adopts one of the two modes of examination –... MORE
15 Jun 2020 | The Lovely Peppa Pig Has Received Favorable Treatment in Trademark Protection in China
In recent years, due to the rapid development of international economic and cultural exchanges, the regionality of intellectual property rights has been unprecedentedly impacted, and the protection of intellectual property rights has become increasingly international. The protection of foreign-related intellectual property rights has in particular become the core issue of international trade with China. Before 2015, when Peppa Pig entered the Chinese market, China already had some infringing trademark applications. And subsequently, when Peppa Pig has become more and more... MORE
8 Jun 2020 | Restoration of Removed Trademark Registrations in Hong Kong
If the owner of the trademark registration fails to pay the Hong Kong trademark renewal fee within the normal period, late renewal within 6 months after expiry is still possible on the payment of a late renewal fee. Failure to renew within 6 months after expiry results in the mark being removed from the register. A request for restoration and renewal must be made and the applicable fee for restoration and renewal paid within 6 months after the date of... MORE
