Introduction: Filing a joint trademark registration can be tricky, especially when several people or groups are involved with the same trademark. This article will cover the following key points, such as What is a Joint Application? Why Joint Application? Advantages…
Introduction Often, people get confused between terms like refusal, abandonment, and withdrawal, and they might not understand the differences and the importance of withdrawing an application. So, let’s dive in to understand these terms better and learn why withdrawal is…
Patents, copyrights, and trademarks are all forms of intellectual property protection, but they serve different purposes and protect different types of creations. Despite their distinct roles, people often confuse them because they all involve securing legal rights for creative and…
Introduction: In India, trademarks are categorized into 45 distinct classes based on the type of goods and services they represent. Companies offering products or services across various categories need to secure trademark registration for each class to ensure protection. Traditionally,…
Introduction: The registration of a trademark grants its owner specific legal rights that are crucial for protecting their brand. Owning a registered trademark does not just allow the owner to use the mark; it primarily provides the legal authority to…
When a business or individual seeks to protect their brand name, logo, or any other identifying feature through a trademark, the first step is often navigating through the complexities of trademark registration. One of the services available in this process…
The concept of honest concurrent use provides an important exception to the general rule that only one trademark should exist for particular goods or services. Section 12 of the Indian Trade Marks Act, 1999, offers a legal avenue for registering…
The NICE Classification, established under the NICE Agreement on June 15, 1957, is a globally recognized system used for the classification of goods and services in trademark registrations. This system, regularly updated, is adopted by trademark authorities worldwide, including in…
Trademark registration is not always a straightforward process, and it’s quite common for applicants to encounter the need for corrections or amendments along the way, whether due to a minor typographical error or a necessary change in the scope of…
The Illusion of Indian Heritage: At times, the name or the ethos of a brand resonates so deeply with Indian consumers that one naturally assumes it’s of Indian origin. Surprisingly, numerous brands have seamlessly blended into the Indian lifestyle, making…
