30 Sep 2021
In 2018, Guerlain’s 3D trademark application for its iconic “Rouge G de Guerlain” lipstick (the “Product”) was rejected by the European Union Intellectual Property Office (the “EUIPO”) after the EUIPO Board of Appeals found that it lacked distinctiveness sufficient […]
3 Sep 2021
On 8 June 2021, the Ministry of Commerce Board of Advertising (the “Board”) considered whether YouTube videos posted by a manufacturer were comparative ads violative the Commercial Advertising and Unfair Commercial Practices Regulation, and the Consumer Protection Law. In […]
1 Sep 2021
As the global economy grows, technology expands, and the sale of electronic goods increases, principles of exhaustion rights relating to trademarks are becoming more relevant as various products are sold across international borders. The concept of gray market goods […]
6 Jul 2021
Turkish Patent and Trademark Office’s (“TPTO”) online system no longer allows recording a trademark attorney as a representative to the IR applications designated to Turkey. The applicants are still going to be represented by trademark attorneys during the course […]
9 Jun 2021
On 12 April 2021, the European Commission (“EC”) granted protected designation of origin (“PDO”), effective 1 October 2021, to Halloumi cheese produced on the island of Cyprus. The significance of the PDO to Cypriot Halloumi producers cannot be underemphasized. […]
18 Jan 2021
Introduction We welcome the new year still reeling from the one just ended; still grappling with the lingering effects of an ongoing global pandemic. No industry or profession emerged from 2020 unaltered. Trademark law practice is no exception. Nevertheless, […]
27 Oct 2020
Overview Legislation What is the primary law governing trademarks in your jurisdiction? The Industrial Property Law (‘IP Law’) is the primary source in which the trademark law is regulated. The IP Law was published in the Official Gazette on […]
