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In HRH The Duchess of Sussex v. Associated Newspapers Limited [2021] EWHC 723 (UK Ch.), the appeal dismissed [2021] EWCA Civ 1801 (UKCA),...

A decision of the Federal Court raises issues concerning the Applicant’s choice of its primary trademark. Blyth Cowbells Brewing Inc. v....

A recent decision of the English High Court of Justice illustrates the broader scope of protection typically given to a trademark that...

A recent decision of the Federal Court deals with a statutory claim for passing off and the effect of a prior decision of the Trademark...

Notable Copyright Decisions in 2021 It has been a busy year for copyright law. The Supreme Court of Canada has released one decision...

A recent lawsuit filed against TikTok in the United States raises interesting issues concerning the rights of individuals providing...

A recent decision of the English High Court provides additional insight into the meaning of “bad faith" in a trademark context and the...

A decision of the Federal Court illustrates important lessons concerning choosing a mark and trademark infringement.

A recent decision of the Federal Court dealt with entitlement to the trademark SMART CLOUD and its lack of inherent distinctiveness....

The decision of the English High Court of Justice raises some interesting issues concerning the ownership of copyright works created by...

A decision of the Federal Court illustrates the potential problems that can arise relating to the use of descriptive trademarks...

A decision of the English Court of Appeal allowed a claim for breach of confidence against the “new” employer who obtained possession of...

The sale of counterfeit goods is a significant worldwide issue. After initial studies carried out by the Organization for Economic...

The plaintiff (“Bentley Clothing”) is the owner and exclusive licensee of three trademarks consisting of the word BENTLEY registered for...

It can be difficult to determine what evidence to file to support the opposition. At an early stage, the issues may be difficult to...

2020 has been a difficult year for trademark owners and their advisors. The pandemic has tested us all in profound and unexpected ways....

A decision of the English High Court, [2020] EWHC 3032 recently released, shows how protection can be obtained for fashion goods....

A decision of the Federal Court of Appeal, released on December 9, 2020, Group III International Ltd. v. Travelway Group International...

A decision of the British Columbia Court of Appeal [2020] BCCA 323 raises concerns regarding trademark licensing. Basic Requirements To...

A recent decision of the Federal Court of Appeal [2020 FCA 134] has confirmed a trial decision [2018 FC 895] which considered the concept...