Applying for a trade mark can be an overwhelming process. To combat this, a TM Headstart application can provide applicants with valuable guidance when applying for a registered trade mark. Unlike a standard trade mark application, a TM Headstart application gives applicants an assessment of their application before they formally apply for a registered trade […]
Many business owners may be unaware of the value of their intellectual property (IP) assets. In some instances, a business’ IP can be one of the most valuable assets that it owns. However, there is no clear-cut method to valuing your IP, and ultimately the real value of your IP will only be determined once […]
One day, you might be surprised to receive notice of opposition from a third party regarding the trade mark you have just registered. However, a third party can challenge the registration of your trade mark for a number of reasons. To avoid potential oppositions, it is important that you know the grounds of opposition that […]
The process of registering a trade mark may seem complicated at first, especially considering the different deadlines during the application process. Missing a deadline could mean that your trade mark application lapses, and you may have to reapply for trade mark protection. This article outlines the deadlines involved in the trade mark application process and […]
When applying for a registered trade mark, you cannot apply for a trade mark already in existence. To help, the Australian Trade Mark Search is a publicly available registry that shows the trade marks that IP Australia has previously registered or removed. While the registry can provide you with valuable information about a trade mark, […]
After spending countless hours working on your blog, the last thing you want is to have someone copy or misuse your blog posts. Unfortunately, this is a fairly common occurrence, especially when posting original content on the internet. Luckily, copyright and trade mark law protect your blog content and brand. To avoid others copying or […]
After putting countless hours into making your film project, you want to ensure that your hard work is not copied or misused by others. However, given that films comprise various materials such as images, sounds, and scripts, it can be difficult to know who owns the copyright to your film and its materials. Because of […]
If you have decided on a catchy business slogan, you will likely use it when advertising your business and its products. You may have wondered, do you copyright or trademark a phrase? Since a slogan is so important to your branding, you should protect it from being copied or misused by other businesses. This article […]
A nonprofit organisation can benefit from trade marking its name or logo. Not only does this protect its brand from being misused by other organisations, but also helps to develop brand recognition. This article outlines what a trade mark is and three reasons why nonprofit organisations trade mark its names or logos. If trade marks seem […]
Business owners often overlook the value in their business’ intellectual property. However, a business’ IP can end up being one of the most valuable assets it owns. This article outlines: the two main steps that you should take to value your IP; and why a business might choose to value its IP. Before Valuing Your […]