As your business grows, the need to protect its intellectual property (IP) increases. Registering a trade mark for elements of your business’ brand is one way to do this. Trade mark registration has a multitude of benefits, including providing you with exclusive rights of use. One of the first steps to apply for trade mark registration […]
Trade marks are a critical element of any business, ensuring that your business is known to consumers and competitors alike. In addition, a trade mark provides excellent legal protection, ensuring you have exclusive use of your trade mark. With all the excellent benefits of a trade mark, you may be wondering how to register your […]
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 […]
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 […]
Although the process of applying for a registered trade mark is relatively straightforward, it is easy to make mistakes during the application process, which can lead to further costs. This article outlines five points you should consider when applying for a trade mark yourself. 1. Are Trade Marks Right for You? Before trade mark registration, […]
It is an excellent idea to do a thorough search before applying for a trade mark, to ensure that no similar trade marks are either pending or registered. It is a smart option to broaden the search as much as possible. However, searching is not quite as straightforward as it seems. It takes talent and […]
It is likely that you will conduct trade mark searches before, during and after applying for a registered trade mark. The Australian Trade Mark Search is a publicly available registry that allows you to search trade marks registered in Australia and their corresponding owner. This article outlines the benefits of conducting a trade mark search […]
It might be surprising to know how common trade mark infringement is. Unfortunately, it is becoming increasingly common. This is due to the competitive market as businesses register more trade marks to protect their brand. To limit the possibility of finding yourself in an unwanted trade mark dispute, this article outlines what trade mark infringement […]
Many people are unaware that trade marks are registered in connection with certain goods and services. If you intend to register a trade mark in connection with the common metals your business manufactures and sells, it is likely that you will need to include class 6 in your application. To help guide you through the […]
Whether you are in the process of buying a registered trade mark, or are just thinking of purchasing one, there are a few important points you should consider. This will help you ensure that the trade mark you purchase is ultimately worth buying and suited to your business. This article outlines four tips for buying […]
