Three dimensional mark

Acquired distinctiveness, Amendment of mark, Article 3(1), Article 3(2), examination, Three dimensional mark 05/19/2017

3D shape of Zippo lighters registrable when a lighter lid open, but unregistrable when closed

In an appeal to the refusal decisio…

Acquired distinctiveness, Article 3(1), Article 3(2), Descriptive mark, Figurative mark, Three dimensional mark 04/29/2017

Can shape of musical instruments play a role of trademark?

In a dispute of registrability to a…

Acquired distinctiveness, Article 3(1), Article 3(2), Three dimensional mark 04/15/2017

Converse unsuccessful in obtaining 3D trademark protection of Chuck Taylor All Star sneakers

The Appeal Board of Japan Patent Of…