Dec 10, 2022 | Cancellation of Trade Mark Registration
Cancellation of Trade Mark Registration In Hong Kong, cancellation proceedings can be commenced either before the Registrar of Trade Marks or through the High Court. If proceedings are taken before the Registrar, the steps involved are similar to those relating to a trade mark opposition. Each side has the opportunity to submit evidence in support of their case, the matter then going to formal hearing before a senior Registrar of the Registry who will finally issue a written decision to... MORE
Dec 10, 2022 | Regarding Changes to Registered Trademark
Regarding Changes to Registered Trademark According to practical experiences, there will always be relevant degree of layout and planning within the anticipated period of trademark application. Notwithstanding, as an old time saying of the Chinese goes: “Planning is always playing a perpetual game of catch up with changes”. As a result, the Taiwan Intellectual Property Office proposed corresponding procedures that targets some unpreventable matters, as well as matters that must be changed. Through these proposed corresponding procedures, it wishes to... MORE
Dec 10, 2022 | Basis of trademark application
Basis of trademark application Trademark as a modern symbol carries the intangible asset of the enterprise and is the medium of comprehensive information transmission of the enterprise. Trademark in the process of corporate image transmission, is the most widely used, the most frequent, but also the most critical element. The strong overall strength, sound management mechanism, quality products and services of the enterprise, are covered in the logo, through constant stimulation and repeated portrayal, deeply in the hearts of the... MORE
Nov 7, 2022 | Oppositions Against European Trademarks
Oppositions Against European Trademarks European Trademarks: European Trademarks (“EUTM”) requires only a single trademark registration to enjoy trademark protections in 27 regions of the European Union. Oppositions Against EUTM Given this odd extensive coverage of EUTM, EUTM applications receives popularity. Contemporaneously, EUTM receives criticisms deriving from such popularity. How Oppositions Against EUTM all begin? Once application for a EUTM is made, the examination authority would begin their investigations. Upon approval, it is published in the EU Trademark Journal. The application... MORE
Nov 7, 2022 | Changes to the address of trademark cannot be spared, otherwise the consequences will be severe
Changes to the address of trademark cannot be spared, otherwise the consequences will be severe In many instances, by reason of the costs and troubles, enterprises would neglect making changes to their registered trademarks in accordance with the law when their name and addresses have changed. Neglecting what was supposed to be done would lead to devastating consequences. A successful trademark application is merely the first step in trademark operation, the preciseness of trademark managements dictates whether the trademark could... MORE
Nov 7, 2022 | Do I need a patent, trademark or copyright in Taiwan?
Do I need a patent, trademark or copyright in Taiwan? Still thinking about applying for a trademark? Or have you made a rather unusual discovery or invention? Or have you found someone else in the market who has plagiarized your paintings or designs? This article will take you to a preliminary solution. First of all, before considering whether you or your company need the protection of patent, trademark or copyright in our country’s laws, you should confirm what the right... MORE
Jun 23, 2022 | Hong Kong – Customs combat cross boundary transshipment
Hong Kong – Customs combat cross boundary transshipment Hong Kong Customs conducted an operation between 26 April and 9 May and combat cross-boundary transshipment and seized about 80,000 items of suspected counterfeit goods, including watches, mobile phone accessories, sunglasses and fashion accessories with an estimated market value of over HK$2.2M (US$290k). Investigation is ongoing. Importing counterfeit goods is a serious crime in Hong Kong. The maximum penalty is imprisonment for 5 years.
Jun 23, 2022 | Filing Basis for Trademark Application
Filing Basis for Trademark Application In Taiwan, there is no so-called filing basis for trademark application. However, when you need to file a trademark application in the United States, the application case in Taiwan would be crucial. Practical execution and opinions with regards to filing bases are as follows. There are multiple filing bases on trademark application in the United States. For example, “intent-to-use”, “used-in commerce”, and “foreign registration”. Among them, you must provide a certificate of use in the... MORE
Jun 23, 2022 | When will a trademark be invalidated?
When will a trademark be invalidated? Registered trademarks may be rejected and revoked. These procedures are familiar in the current trademark registration and use process. But what exactly is invalidation of trademark? In China, what does it mean to obtain a trademark registration certificate, and get it declared invalid later? It seems self-contradictory for the state to declare the trademark invalid after approving it. This article explains the reasons behind. 1. The Trademark Law stipulates: “Where a trademark registration violates... MORE
May 18, 2022 | China – International Registration for Industrial Design – Hague System
China – International Registration for Industrial Design – Hague System International Registration for Industrial Design is available in China (excluding Hong Kong and Macau) since 5 May 2022. Overseas applicants may now apply for international industrial design protection in China through the Hague System. The local Chinese applicants are easier and quicker to seek international protection also through the Hauge System, and become more competitive internationally.
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