Choosing the right domain name for your website is a crucial step in establishing your online presence. A domain name is not just a web address; it represents your brand, influences search engine rankings, and impacts user experience. In this article, we will explore the dos and don’ts of choosing a domain name, helping you […]
In a significant legal development, a New York court recently addressed trade mark infringement in the context of non-fungible tokens (NFTs). The court ruled in favour of luxury fashion brand Hermès International in a case involving a collection of digital images of fur-covered handbags attached to an NFT called “MetaBirkins”. The court found that the […]
Last week, we discussed “The Domain vs. Trademark Dilemma: Which One Should You Register First?”. As a business owner, it is important to understand that simply registering your trademark and domain name is not enough for their protection. These two assets play a crucial role in identifying and promoting your brand, and they can have […]
Once you become aware of a potential infringement of your sign, then you have to assess the nature and the possible consequences of that infringement. This can be done through the following steps: 1. You first Above all, understand your right – become familiar with the territory in which your trade mark is registered, its registration […]
After going through all the effort of registering your trade mark and using it, now comes the hardest part: monitoring the market for potential trade mark infringements. What is infringement? Infringement is a violation of someone’s rights, or in trade mark terms, the unauthorised use by a third party of a trade mark that […]