Straight Wings Emblem Trademark Battle
In a recent trademark decision rega…
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How can a combination of descriptive words become a source indicator?
In a recent decision, the Appeal Bo…
How do you pronounce “Q-revo” mark?
In an administrative appeal disputi…
IP High Court reversed JPO decision pertinent to a likelihood of confusion between men’s fashion magazines and male cosmetics
In a judgement pronounced on Novemb…
Who shall be a legitimate owner of smiley face mark?
In a lawsuit disputing adequacy of …
IP High Court ruled trademark “SeaGull-LC” is deemed similar to “SEAGULL”
In a dispute regarding similarity b…
Famous hotel brand “RITZ” successful in invalidating “RITZ MARCHE”
Invalidation trial The Japan Tradem…
“ANNIVERSARY DIAMOND” versus “ANNIVERSARY”
The JPO Appeal Board ruled that a s…