intellectual property law

Things to note in trademark infringement litigation Trademark infringement litigation is a complex and highly specialized legal process, involving the protection of trademark rights and the definition of usage rights. Whether you are a trademark owner who discovers that your rights have been infringed, or you are a party accused of infringement, understanding the dos and don’ts of litigation is critical to protecting your rights. The following points out some key points that require special attention in trademark infringement lawsuits: 1. Determine the validity of trademark rights. The basis of trademark infringement lawsuits lies in the validity of trademark rights. Therefore, the trademark owner first needs to confirm: Recommendation: Before filing a lawsuit, the trademark owner should thoroughly review the legal status of its trademark to avoid losing legal protection due to invalid trademark during the litigation process. 2. Define infringement The core of trademark infringement is to confirm whether the other party...

The dilemma of trademark squatting (1) The phenomenon of squatting is common in today's society, and trademark squatting is relatively common. For example, the names of Olympic champions have been registered. After Olympic athletes such as Quan Hongchan and Yang Qian achieved outstanding results, their names were registered as trademarks by many parties. In addition, Internet hot words often become the target of squatting. For example, after "Ding Zhen" became popular, there were 122 trademark registration applications involving "Ding Zhen" within a month; "Mouse Tail Juice" has been registered since November 11, 2020. From October 23 to December 13, 2020, there have been 210 trademark registration applications; "Ganfanren" has had 142 trademark registration applications. There is also a popular Internet phrase "the first cup of milk tea in autumn"...

When Taiwanese companies enter the mainland market, trademark protection is a crucial aspect. Competition in the mainland market is fierce. As an important asset of a corporate brand, trademarks need to be properly protected to prevent infringement and trademark disputes. The following are six key points that Taiwanese companies should pay attention to when protecting trademarks in the mainland: Apply for trademark registration early. Trademark registration is the first line of defense for corporate brand protection. Especially when entering the international market, applying for trademark registration early is particularly important. Here’s why it’s important to apply for trademark registration early, along with specific steps and considerations. 1. Prevent squatting and infringement. Mainland China implements a "first-to-file, first-served" trademark system, which means that anyone can register an unregistered trademark, even if the trademark has been used in other regions. Therefore, if Taiwanese companies do not establish business in mainland China as early as possible...

Trademarks are important assets for corporate brands and can help consumers identify and trust products. However, trademarks may encounter various disputes during the use and registration process. The following lists five common types of trademark disputes and explains how professional lawyers can provide assistance before and after the dispute occurs. 1. Trademark infringement Trademark infringement refers to the unauthorized use of another party’s trademark, causing confusion or misleading consumers, and damaging the rights and interests of the trademark owner. Professional lawyers can conduct a trademark search in advance to ensure that the newly applied trademark will not conflict with the registered trademark. After an infringement occurs, lawyers can assist the trademark owner in collecting evidence, filing an infringement lawsuit or seeking settlement. 2. Trademark similarity A dispute over trademark similarity means that two trademarks are similar in appearance, pronunciation or meaning, and can...