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A summary of the Horizon rules surrounding indirect exploitation activities

The blenders’ dispute taking place in Spain adds a new chapter and the après-ski Moon Boots 3D trade mark declared partially invalid.

The paediatric analgesics EUTM revoked for goods other than pharmaceutical products, Gruyère cheese losing trade mark protection in the US and Eric Zemmour sued for copyright infringement.

The Lululemon brand is being sued (and sues) for intellectual property infringement, Lego faces a demand for the design of a leather jacket and recent case law from the General Court.

A new year starts, bringing more interesting IP news.

This week two recent judgments will be examined, regarding the assessment of likelihood of confusion and genuine use of trade marks. 

This week we explore ABBA’s trade mark infringement lawsuit, as well as damaging product-placement and case law about the independent use of a non-registered sign. 

Some things to keep in mind before starting your own line of Mona Lisa tshirts

Zara willing to enter into the food industry? Could be, but the EUTM will only be granted for fresh fruit and vegetables.
Christmas is coming and the toys industry increases its production… but be careful with the imitations.