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Be Careful When Presenting Evidence In A Trademark Opposition!
A recent decision of the Federal Court raises interesting issues concerning the evidence required to succeed in a trademark opposition....
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Nov 19, 20216 min read
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Linking and Framing
The concept of linking is fundamental to the Internet. Linking occurs when an image or reference on a website is selected, causing that...
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Nov 1, 20212 min read
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Quarterly Copyright Blog - Q4
Quarterly Copyright Blog For those who are interested in recent cases and developments about copyright and related matters, there have...
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Oct 19, 202113 min read
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Targeting and the Long Arm of the U.K. Courts
A decision of the U.K. High Court of Justice illustrates the long reach of the U.K. courts in a trademark context. Easy Group Limited v....
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Sep 29, 20215 min read
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Keywords In Online Advertising
Search engine advertising is a multi-billion-dollar industry in the United States. The major search engine operators sell keywords to...
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Sep 3, 20213 min read
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What is a Metatag? Can Claims Be Asserted For Their Misuse?
A metatag is a computer code included on a website that is invisible to an individual but which enables a search engine or a web browser...
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Aug 10, 20213 min read
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Quarterly Copyright Blog - Q3
For those who are interested in recent cases and developments about copyright and related matters, there have been several developments...
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Jul 26, 20217 min read
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Pop-Up Advertisements and Mouse Trapping
Pop-up Advertisements Pop-up advertisements are used to catch consumer’s attention. A pop-up advertisement is a window not initiated by a...
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Jul 19, 20212 min read
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TikTok Sued Concerning Inappropriate Use of a Voice
A recent lawsuit filed against TikTok in the United States raises interesting issues concerning the rights of individuals providing...
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Jul 19, 20214 min read
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What is a Statutory Claim for Passing Off?
The common law cause of action for passing off has a lengthy history. The claim has evolved to take into account changing commercial...
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Jul 19, 20215 min read
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How to Prove Bad Faith
A recent decision of the English High Court provides additional insight into the meaning of “bad faith" in a trademark context and the...
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Jul 19, 20215 min read
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Do Not Be Overly Optimistic or Aggressive When Attempting to Obtain a Trademark Registration
A decision of the Federal Court illustrates important lessons concerning choosing a mark and trademark infringement.
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Jul 19, 20215 min read
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Protecting Your Business Against Criticisms and Gripe Sites In A Digital World (Part II)
Once it is decided that it is necessary to take steps, there are numerous possible courses of action. However, care needs to be taken...
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Jun 4, 20212 min read
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The Trials and Tribulations of Weak Trademarks
A recent decision of the Federal Court dealt with entitlement to the trademark SMART CLOUD and its lack of inherent distinctiveness....
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May 17, 20214 min read
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Who Owns Copyright in the Works Created by Employees?
The decision of the English High Court of Justice raises some interesting issues concerning the ownership of copyright works created by...
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May 17, 20213 min read
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The Difficulties with Descriptive Trademarks
A decision of the Federal Court illustrates the potential problems that can arise relating to the use of descriptive trademarks...
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May 17, 20214 min read
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Dealing with the Sale of Counterfeits on the Internet
The sale of counterfeit goods is a significant worldwide issue. After initial studies carried out by the Organization for Economic...
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Apr 12, 20212 min read
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Protecting Fashion Goods in Canada
A decision of the English High Court, [2020] EWHC 3032 recently released, shows how protection can be obtained for fashion goods....
johnmckeownblog
Apr 11, 20215 min read
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The Importance of Obtaining a Trademark Registration
A decision of the Federal Court of Appeal, released on December 9, 2020, Group III International Ltd. v. Travelway Group International...
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Apr 11, 20213 min read
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Licensing Trademarks
A decision of the British Columbia Court of Appeal [2020] BCCA 323 raises concerns regarding trademark licensing. Basic Requirements To...
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Apr 11, 20214 min read
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