Italian fashion house, Valentino, soared to new heights of success following the launch of its Rockstud accessories in 2010. Valentino’s…
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Charitable shield: the role of IP in the not-for-profit sector
It’s not often a charitable organisation hits the headlines over an Intellectual Property (IP) dispute. But recently the actor Laurence…
Read MoreSilencing the counterfeiters – are face masks their new target?
For many, whilst COVID remains an issue, wearing a face mask at some point during day-to-day life has quickly become…
Read MoreMerck-y waters? Court rules US online retailer without sales in the UK still infringes trade mark
Background In the recent case Merck v Merck the High Court considered issues remitted by the Court of Appeal in…
Read MoreGlobal law directory Legal 500 ranks Barker Brettell trade mark team ‘Tier One’
Legal 500, the directory that globally analyses the capabilities of law firms, has ranked Intellectual Property (IP) specialist Barker Brettell’s…
Read MoreNavigating actions before UK & EU IPO post Brexit
The impact of Brexit on trade marks and designs will be apparent from 1st January 2021. In the second episode…
Read MoreThe ‘Next Normal’: why SMEs will be the first responders
The global business community is experiencing the biggest challenge since the Second World War: the COVID-19 pandemic. In a six…
Read MoreOwning it: why SMEs must invest in trade mark protection
Understanding the business drivers SMEs face and addressing their concerns is fundamental to us as Intellectual Property (IP) professionals. And…
Read MoreIntellectual Property: the lifeblood of SMEs
Much has been written about why a startup company should invest in Intellectual Property (IP), or why it is vital…
Read MoreLocally grown, globally consumed: why a PDO is an international advantage.
Under the European Union (EU) protected food name scheme, there are three types of protection marks you can apply for:…
Read MoreBrand transplants: breathing new life into business
All momentous historical events have had an impact on the way society lives and works. From a branding perspective, the…
Read MoreReady to shake up the cosmetics industry? Just make sure your invention actually belongs to you.
Employees in the cosmetics sector often work in highly creative environments where innovation is encouraged and nurtured. For many, their…
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