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Easygroup are at it again….

Update: Easyfundraising win battle against EasyGroup [12/09/2024] Easyfundraising's CEO, Jame...

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Meghan Markle has had her trade mark application refused

Understanding Trademark Rejections: The Case of American Riviera Orchard Trade mark applicati...

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Lebron’s Demure Catchphrase Sparks Trade Mark Battle: A Cautionary Tale for Content Creators

Jools Lebron, a Chicago-based social media influencer with over 2 million TikTok followers, rece...

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Securing Your Brand: Strategies for Navigating Similar Trade Marks

The UK Intellectual Property Office (UKIPO) has recently reported an unprecedented rise in trade...

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A Hard Life for some…

A recent headline-making incident involving the indie band Easy Life and the corporate giant eas...

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The Economic Power of Beauty: A Growing Industry and the Importance of Trade Mark Protection

The British Beauty Council recently published its 2024 “Value of Beauty” report, offering a deta...

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UK’s Dark Sky Brewery Triumphs in Trademark Dispute Against Campari’s Skyy Vodka

In a notable victory for small businesses, the UK Intellectual Property Office (IPO) has rul...

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Nike Wins Partial Victory in German Court Over Three-Stripe Design Dispute with Adidas

In a significant legal development, Nike has been permitted to include three stripes on some of ...

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McDonald’s Loses Big Mac Trade mark Case: A Lesson in Intellectual Property Protection

In a landmark decision, McDonald's has lost the right to use the term "Big Mac" in relation to c...

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Dishoom’s Legal Battle Over ‘Ruby Murray’: What It Means for Trade mark Protection

If you’ve ever found yourself craving a delicious curry after a night out, you might be familiar...

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Easy, or not, as EasyGroup strike again.

Pressure Washing Company Forced to Rebrand After EasyGroup Trademark Dispute EasyGroup, t...

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Harley-Davidson sues Next…

The Financial Times has reported that Harley-Davidson, the US motorbike manufacturer, is suing N...

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