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This judgment identified a crystal-clear motive, says Carl Steele. [2025] EWHC 1239 (Ch), Bargain Busting Ltd v Shenzhen SKE Technology Co Ltd & Ors, High Court.
Designers forfeit certain rights when assigning patronymic trade marks, but new owners should not push the boundaries too far, says Shaun Anderson. C-168/24 – Opinion, PMJC SAS v [W] [X], [M] [X], [X] Créative SAS.
Territorial rights remain enforceable online, says Sobia Ramzan. [2025] EWCA Civ 343, Merck KGaA v Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC & Anor, Court of Appeal.
Ultimately, there was no likelihood of confusion, writes Milena Velikova. T-242/24, Versiontech, Inc v EUIPO – Verizon Trademark Services LLC, General Court.
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