The perception of ‘chemicals’ in consumer care products has dramatically changed in recent years. The term is increasingly being associated…
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Top five cosmetic trends shaping IP in 2020
If you’re operating in the cosmetics sector, being in touch with the latest developments – whether they are technological innovations…
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Barker Brettell primed to ease clients through the Brexit transition period
On the 31 January 2020, the UK and EU ratified the UK’s Withdrawal Agreement from the EU, meaning that the…
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Barker Brettell hosts drinks reception for Birmingham professional community
Barker Brettell, a leading UK firm of Intellectual Property specialists, hosted a drinks reception to celebrate another successful year and…
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The material world of aerospace: composites
One branch of innovation within the aerospace industry is the use of materials. Materials used in aviation have high demands…
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Eight reasons to file a GB patent application in parallel with an EP application
The UK is the fifth largest economy in the world so having a GB patent can be valuable. Getting a…
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Beyond Veganuary
Vegan and plant based diets are becoming increasingly popular. Documentaries such as ‘The Game Changers’ and the success of alternatives…
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The latest Chinese trade mark twist in OEM manufacturing
Following a recent decision from The Supreme People’s Court of the People’s Republic of China (SPC), for individuals or companies…
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Will 2020 be the year you take the leap to start up your own business?
Setting up your own business can be a daunting task. We know. We work with many entrepreneurs and startup businesses…
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Battle of the Blands
As a nation, our love affair with food and experimenting with different foods grow; we continue to prioritise any disposable…
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Sometimes having a fairy godmother isn’t enough to keep watch over your brand
Lucy Walker, trade mark attorney and partner at Barker Brettell, takes a look at how The Walt Disney Company has…
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Resitting exams? This is your moment: tips on how to succeed the second time around
Patent exams are notoriously difficult. This is a harsh but true fact for those hoping to qualify as patent attorneys….
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