Is “VEGAS” an abbreviation for Las Vegas, or a source indicator?
In a trademark opposition disputing…
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HISAMITSU unsuccessful in registering a shape of “Salonpas”
The Appeal Board of Japan Patent Of…
JPO denied registering GRAND CANYON as trademark
In a recent appeal decision, the Ja…
IP High Court denied registering 3D Shape of Nursing Care Bed
The Japan IP High Court ruled on De…
JPO refused to register 3D shape of Mitsubishi Electric’s spiral escalator
The Appeal Board of Japan Patent Of…
Never trademark “BON GOÛT” in food-service business
The Appeal Board of the Japan Paten…
JPO admits “TE’ CON MIEL” is distinctive in relation to tea
In a recent trademark opposition, t…
How can a combination of descriptive words become a source indicator?
In a recent decision, the Appeal Bo…
It is just a 3D shape of electronic baccarat shoe, or trademark?
In a lawsuit disputing adequacy of …
JPO decided trademark “WHITNEY HOUSTON” is descriptive when used on music recordings
In a recent appeal decision, the Ja…