Suppose you have a business in Australia, and you are considering expanding overseas. You naturally will want to bring your registered trade mark into your overseas business. However, having a trade mark in Australia does not automatically grant protection in another country. You must take active steps to have it recognised overseas. The Madrid Protocol […]
When considering your trade mark options and looking for professional help, you might be wondering who to turn to. With trade mark attorneys and trade mark solicitors both being viable options, you might be wondering what the best option is for you and your unique circumstances. This article will take you through three key differences […]
Your intellectual property (IP) is the most important part of your business. IP is the foundation of your business’ brand, making it essential that you protect it adequately. Trade mark protection is a great way to protect your business’ IP. However, there are several key elements of trade marks that you must understand. This includes […]
Trade mark owners have the exclusive right to use, licence, and sell their trade mark. Licensing is a great way to commercialise your intellectual property without selling it. However, you should clearly set out the terms on which another party can licence your trade mark. This article outlines the different types of licences available and […]
When establishing your business and considering options for protecting your intellectual property (IP), you might be wondering if it is worth hiring a trade mark lawyer. Due to the trade mark process seeming relatively straightforward, it can be difficult to justify engaging a lawyer for something you could do yourself. However, a trade mark lawyer […]
One of the key steps in the trade mark registration process is selecting the trade mark class or classes that are most relevant to your goods or service. One of the trade mark classes available for registration is trade mark class 38, which is primarily related to telecommunications and broadcasting services. This article will help […]
If you have come up with an innovative business idea, chances are you will need funding to get it off the ground. A crowdfunding campaign is one way that you can raise funds to launch your product or idea. As well as being a source of funds, crowdfunding campaigns also provide insight into consumer interest, […]
Understandably, trade mark opposition seems like a daunting process. With all the different forms required for the opposition, the accompanying evidence and different deadlines you must meet, there is a lot to consider when undertaking trade mark opposition. However, for the reasons explained in this article, you can widely benefit from working with a lawyer […]