Once IP Australia advertises a trade mark application as accepted, you have two months to oppose its registration. When opposing trade mark registration to protect your trade mark, there are specific grounds you must rely on to establish a successful opposition. Namely, you can oppose a registration if: This article explains how trade mark opposition […]
As soon as IP Australia advertises a trade mark application as accepted, you have two months to decide whether to oppose the application. You can oppose a trade mark application for several reasons, whether because the application is for a trade mark similar to your registered trade mark, or your trade mark that has already […]
As a trade mark owner, defending an opposition to your trade mark application is a big deal. After all, if the opposition is successful, IP Australia can limit your use of your trade mark or even remove it from the Register altogether. However, there are some common mistakes you can avoid when replying to trade […]
From the moment IP Australia advertises they have accepted a trade mark amendment application on the Registry, you have the opportunity to oppose the amendment. Where a trade mark opposition is successful, this can result in IP Australia removing the application from the Registry. This article outlines three useful tips to help you oppose a […]
Given all the different deadlines involved in opposition proceedings, it is easy to forgo certain steps in the proceedings. Whilst missing a deadline can be fatal to your opposition, there is a chance that you can apply for a time extension with IP Australia during any stage of the opposition proceedings. This article outlines the […]
Before you decide to defend an opposition to your trade mark application, you should consider the requirements involved in such proceedings. By thinking ahead, you can make a better-informed decision as to whether you wish to proceed with your defence. To help you reach your decision, this article outlines the basics of trade mark opposition […]
You may be left feeling disappointed with IP Australia’s decision during your trade mark opposition proceedings. This is especially likely if the outcome is not in your favour. Of course, you have the option of appealing the decision of IP Australia to either the Federal Courts or the Administrative Appeals Tribunal. However, there are a […]
Whether or not you have a registered trade mark, it is important to understand trade mark infringement. This is because trade mark law is designed to protect the legal rights of registered trade mark owners. Therefore, having some knowledge about the rights of trade mark owners can help you avoid disputes. To help you better […]
Trade mark oppositions can arise at different stages of the trade mark application process. From the moment IP Australia accepts your trade mark application, to any amendments you might make to your application thereafter, your application is vulnerable to opposition. This article outlines the basics of trade mark opposition. It also provides some common mistakes […]
Often, trade mark owners can come across accepted trade mark applications that bear a close resemblance to their already registered trade marks. In this instance, owners have a two-month window from when IP Australia advertises a trade mark as accepted to oppose the trade mark application. This article outlines the basics of trade mark opposition […]