A key step in the trade mark registration process is selecting your trade mark classes. One of these trade mark classes is trade mark class 40, which relates to services for the treatment of materials. To help you navigate the trade mark class process, this article will take you through what trade mark classes are […]
If you are seeking legal protection for your business’ products, a trade mark is an excellent option. A trade mark is one way to protect your brand and distinguish your product from other products in the market. This gives you both a competitive advantage and legal rights, providing peace of mind that others will not […]
If you have established a business and are looking to obtain trade mark protection, you may be wondering if you can trade mark your service. To help you better understand your trade mark options, this article will take you through whether you can trade mark a service. What Is a Trade Mark? A trade mark […]
A trade mark is a valuable asset for any business to have. In such a competitive market, the benefits of a trade mark cannot be overlooked. However, it can be very confusing to determine what constitutes a trade mark and whether it is worth registering your trade mark. This article will take you through some background […]
If you are a small business owner looking to add a new line of goods to your products, you may be considering selling already established goods. While this might seem like an easy way to draw in new customers and increase your sales, selling trade mark protected items without the consent of the trade mark […]
IP Australia trade mark registrations provide its owners with a number of benefits, including countrywide rights to the registered trade mark. IP Australia will revoke your registration after a six-month grace period if you do not complete the requisite post-registration filings and pay the mandatory maintenance costs. If this occurs, you will need to submit […]
The internet and social media have made it easier than ever to build your brand and business while also interacting with audiences throughout the world. To navigate this era of globalisation, company owners who trade under valuable brand names or use other forms of trade marks in their business must be aware that various regulations […]
If you own a pyrotechnic company, you will likely need to decide whether to file a trade mark for your branding. If you do, you will need to file an application under class 13. Class 13 is the trade mark class covering pyrotechnics, something which is important to know if you are considering registering a […]
Registering a trade mark with IP Australia is fairly straightforward for any person or business owner. However, it is easy to make mistakes during the trade mark registration process, which can lead to unwanted and additional costs. This article provides an outline of four common mistakes that you should avoid when registering a trade mark […]
Once you have developed an app, it is worth considering how you might protect its identifiable features through trade marks. Trade marks are a sign used by individuals to distinguish their goods or services during the course of trade. Trade mark owners have the exclusive right to use, licence and sell their mark, meaning trade […]
