Watch Trademark Registrations Like a Hawk
After you’ve registered your trademark, it’s important to watch out for other traders who might try to register similar marks. IP Australia can’t always be relied upon to prevent other traders from registering similar marks that you would object to.
Who has your keys? Locking Your Domain Names
Making sure that you (and only you) have the passwords and other confidential details relating to your domain name is a good part of keeping your IP secured. A common mistake made by domain name owners is to allow their web site designer or developer to keep these details. This can lead to problems if the relationship breaks down.
Using the Registered Trademark Symbol ®: Part 3
In this third and final post in this three part series, we look at the use of the ® symbol and look at one final way in which trademark owners can unwittingly breach the Trade Marks Act 1995.
Using the Registered Trademark Symbol ®: Part 2
Some registered trademark owners make the mistake of applying the ® symbol to trademarks which have not been registered. One classic example is applying the ® symbol to a logo when you have only used registered a trading name.
Using the Registered Trademark Symbol ®: Part 1
In the first of a three part series, we look at when you are allowed to use the ® symbol in relation to trademarks, and – even more importantly – when you can’t use it. Using this symbol incorrectly can amount to an offence punishable by a reasonably substantial fine.
EU TM Official Fee Reduction
More good news for clients wanting to apply for trademarks and designs in the European Union: a massive reduction in official fees.
Use of the “TM” symbol
As an intellectual property lawyer I’m really familiar with symbols such as TM and (R), but there’s quite a bit of confusion amongst the general public and even the business community about what they actually mean and when they should be used. In particular, this post looks at whether or not you should use the TM symbol for unregistered trade marks.