Turkey has just adopted an Industrial Property Code, and it has come into force on January 10, 2017. Prior to that date, Turkish Industrial Property rights were regulated by ordinances dating back to 1995. These ordinances were progressively quashed by … Read More
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Beware of trademark trolls!
It is important for a business, irrespective of its size, to protect its creations, investments and business. Proper management of your trademark portfolio or patents and protection of your rights contribute to the healthy development of a company and its … Read More
How Are Lawyers and Small Law Firms Using Technology?
Solo and small firm lawyers often find it difficult to compete with larger legal organisations in terms of resources and costs. But thanks to the increasing accessibility and affordability of technology, the playing field is being levelled all the time. … Read More
Five Reasons Why Your Law Firm Should Go Paperless
Five Reasons Why Your Law Firm Should Go Paperless Whether you’re part of a wider team or a solo operator, managing IP and most other forms of legal casework is easier, faster and more efficient with paperless solutions. According to … Read More
New Trademark law in the Cayman Islands: know your rights!
A new law will be passed soon in the Cayman Islands making it mandatory to file a trademark registration application with the Cayman Islands Intellectual Property Office (CIIPO). A significant change in the trademark law of the Cayman Islands Previously, … Read More
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ICANN improves trademark protection mechanisms in light of new gTLDs
An ICANN working group has been given the task of analyzing the trademark protection mechanisms in light of its new gTLDs program. The group will need to improve these mechanisms in order to provide better protection for trademark holders. A … Read More
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Kenya : une réforme du droit des marques
Le Kenya a connu récemment une réforme dans le domaine du droit des marques. Effectivement, la promulgation du « Companies Act 2015 », et du « Companies (General) Regulations 2015 » a entrainé un changement de pratique pour l’Institut kényan de propriété industrielle. L’Institut … Read More
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A reform in Kenyan trademark law
Kenyan trademark law has recently undergone reform. The enactment of the Companies Act 2015 and Companies (General) Regulations 2015 has resulted in a change in practice for the Kenyan Industrial property Institute. The Institute now has the obligation to examine … Read More
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