In Australia, intellectual property law recognises both registered and unregistered trade marks. An unregistered trade mark, otherwise known as a common law trade mark, is not just a sign that someone has used for their goods and services. Rather, it is a sign that consumers can use to distinguish your business’ goods and services from […]
If you are an overseas business owner wanting to trade in Australia, you should consider protecting your intellectual property (IP) in Australia. This includes your trade marks, as an existing trade mark in your home country will not be protected in Australia. This article will take you through some key things to consider if you are […]
When it comes to protecting your trade marks, using the appropriate trade mark symbol is important. By using the appropriate trade mark symbol, you are essentially notifying others that you are claiming your unique sign as a trade mark. However, many business owners are unaware of the potential issues that can arise if they misuse […]
As a business owner, you may have considered registering your trade mark to provide your intellectual property (IP) an extra layer of protection. A key concept that you need to understand is trade mark classes. This article will take you through what you need to know about trade mark classes and whether you can add […]
Having a registered trade mark is an excellent asset for your business. Not only can a trade mark help distinguish your brand from others and make your business more valuable, having it registered makes it much easier to enforce your trade mark rights. Imagine you find a business that has already registered a trade mark […]
A trade mark is one type of intellectual property (IP) that makes up a large portion of your business’ value. Trade marks are important as they help distinguish your brand from others, ensuring your goods and services stand out from your competitors. Whether you are a sole trader or are the director of a company, […]
Your intellectual property (IP) is an important business asset, making it essential to protect it properly. To best look after your IP, you might be considering trade mark registration. A registered trade mark gives you exclusive rights to the use and commercialisation of your trade mark. However, there are several restrictions when it comes to […]
A trade mark is a type of intellectual property (IP) protection that gives you exclusive rights to use and commercialise your business’ brand assets. These exclusive rights serve as a useful legal and marketing tool, enabling you to grow your business through effective branding. For example, you might choose to obtain a trade mark over […]
Whether you own a registered trade mark or use a trade mark under a licensing agreement, there are a few ways you can breach trade mark law. Notably, the Trade Marks Act grants the owners of registered trade marks the exclusive right to use and authorise the use of their trade mark. If you infringe […]
A trade mark registration is one type of intellectual property (IP) protection that gives you exclusive rights to the use and commercialisation of your trade mark. A trade mark can help distinguish your brand from your competitors, even in international markets. If you are considering registering your trade mark, you might be wondering exactly where the […]