Before you register a motor vehicle trade mark, it is important to keep in mind some common mistakes trade mark applicants make. Doing so will ensure that the trade mark registration process runs as smoothly as possible, allowing you to achieve your desired outcome. To help, this article outlines three mistakes to avoid when registering […]
We all understand the value of a company’s brand. Good businesses invest a lot of time (and money) into developing a memorable business name and brand image. Likewise, if make the right moves, your brand may be able to stand out from the crowd. Indeed, protecting your business name from competitors using it is key […]
A common law trade mark is one that is not formally registered with IP Australia. However, such trade marks are in use within the marketplace to identify goods or services. They include names, phrases and logos that have a reputation in a certain region or area. Importantly, they do not have formal protection under IP […]
Once IP Australia has advertised a trade mark application as accepted, there is a two-month window in which any third party can oppose the application. While the opposition process is relatively straightforward, it can quickly become a long and complex process if deadlines and evidentiary requirements are not met. This article outlines four tips you […]
If you are thinking about applying for a registered trade mark, you should consider what class of goods and services your trade mark will protect. When applying for a trade mark with IP Australia, you must register a trade mark in connection with a particular class of goods or services offered by your business. You […]
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 […]
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 […]
Applying for a trade mark can be a long and complex process. After you have made a trade mark application, IP Australia will examine it to ensure that it meets all of the trade mark requirements. If your trade mark does not meet the requirements, you will receive an adverse examination report that outlines all […]
Protecting your intellectual property (IP) is essential to the success of your business. Having a trade mark is one way to do this, as it gives you exclusive rights to the use and commercialisation of your trade mark. The importance of trade marks cannot be overlooked and this extends to the renewal of your trade […]
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 […]
