By Deborah Kirk Changes to the Regulation on the EU Trade Mark came into effect on 1 October, 2017 that alter the process of registering trade marks. These changes aim to harmonize trade mark practices across the European Union while increasing legal certainty and clarity for trade mark applicants. In particular, applicants should note three … Continue Reading
By Deborah Kirk European Union (EU) trademark law is currently undergoing significant reform, with the most recent change of particular relevance to certification mark holders or to those interested in applying for certification marks. The EU-certification mark, introduced on 1 October 2017, widens the categories of trade mark protections that are available at the EU-level. … Continue Reading