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johnmckeownblog
- Jul 19, 2021
- 4 min
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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johnmckeownblog
- Jul 19, 2021
- 5 min
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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johnmckeownblog
- Jul 19, 2021
- 5 min
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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johnmckeownblog
- Jun 4, 2021
- 2 min
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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johnmckeownblog
- May 17, 2021
- 4 min
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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johnmckeownblog
- May 17, 2021
- 3 min
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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johnmckeownblog
- May 17, 2021
- 4 min
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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johnmckeownblog
- May 17, 2021
- 3 min
Breach of Confidence and the New Employer
A decision of the English Court of Appeal allowed a claim for breach of confidence against the “new” employer who obtained possession of...
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johnmckeownblog
- May 7, 2021
- 2 min
Criticism or Gripe Sites
There have been a number of cases both in the courts and under the UDRP and CDRP involving parody sites or sites for critical commentary....
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johnmckeownblog
- Apr 4, 2021
- 2 min
Dealing with the Sale of Counterfeits on the Internet
A lot of counterfeit activity takes place on the Internet which can be detrimental to your brand. Learn how to protect your business today.
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