johnmckeownblogJul 22, 20225 minDecision of the Trademarks Opposition Board Confirmed on AppealThe Federal Court has upheld the decision of the Trademarks Opposition Board (TMOB), confirming that the marks in issue were not...
johnmckeownblogJul 4, 20222 minSocial Media InfluencersInfluencer marketing is very popular with brand owners in a social media context and grew significantly when the pandemic led performers...
johnmckeownblogJun 1, 20224 minNon-Compliance with the Trademarks Act Leads to an Unfavourable ResultA decision of the Federal Court illustrates the importance of proper trademark management in operating a business. The Plaintiff seems to...
johnmckeownblogMay 31, 20224 minWhen is a Trademark “Clearly Descriptive”?The Federal Court has confirmed that the Trademark Opposition Board was correct when it found that the trademark HALLMARK in association...