The Mark Regulations 2018 (SI 2018/825) which come into force on 14 January 2019 make some important changes to UK trade mark law. These Regulations implement the EU’s Trade Mark Directive 2015/2436 which aims to further harmonise trade mark law
Hasbro’s MONOPOLY Continues For 1954 Trade Mark
An attempt to revoke Hasbro’s famous MONOPOLY trade mark registration has failed. In order to remain enforceable, trade marks must be maintained in use during strict time periods, which in the case of the United Kingdom is five years. A
Hugo Boss Succeeds – Partially – In Blocking UFBOSS Trade Mark
Hugo Boss has partially succeeded in opposing an application by a Chinese company to register the brand name “UFBOSS” as a UK trade mark. The United Kingdom Intellectual Property Office has agreed with the German fashion brand, which argued that
Scotch Whisky wins certification trade mark protection in South Africa
The Scotch Whisky Association has succeeded in securing a certification trade mark in South Africa. The term now enjoys protected status in the country, which is its seventh-largest export market by volume. The legal status will make it easier to
