Debunking 6 Common Myths About Trade Marks
Trade marks refer to a sign, such as a logo, symbol, phrase or a combination of thereof that distinguishes your goods or services from competitors.
Read MoreAnti-troll laws are coming but do they miss the mark?
In response to the growing issue of on-line trolls engaging in defamation without being identified, the Australian government seeks to introduce anti-troll legislation that effectively:
Read MoreCROCS Shape Up to Bite in Trade Mark Scrap
Background On 25 August 2021, Crocs Inc – the US company behind the famous foam clogs – brought proceedings in the Federal Court of Australia
Read MoreCOVID Contact Lists: Fail for Us, Great Win for Thieves
There’s a fear burglars could benefit from a Government requirement for cafes and restaurants to compile lists of customer names and addresses in case Covid-19
Read MoreCourt wakes up Google to defamation risk
A Victorian Supreme Court decision holding Google liable for a defamation action over search results is a strong wakeup call that could see search engines
Read MoreCan you Trademark a Song or a City? Liverpool FC vs The Locals
Can you Register a Trademark for a Song or a City? Liverpool FC vs The Locals Liverpool Football Club, one of the oldest and most
Read MoreBuyer Beware – DODGY ONLINE COVID VACCINES SCAM WARNING
With Australia now embarked on the Covid vaccine programme, anyone thinking of jumping the queue to get the jab should beware of fakes and scams.
Read MoreBURGER WARS REIGNITED: IN N OUT of the burger trade mark
The trade mark burger wars are heating up again with a move by a Brisbane company to register the business name In-N-Out Aussie Burgers. In
Read MoreBeware Who’s Using Your Internet Service
Small businesses providing Wi-Fi to their patrons, holiday rental hosts and home owners or their tenants could face serious charges if people use their internet
Read MoreAustralian Design Searches just got easier
IP Australia has recently launched a new tool to search Design registrations. The tool is based around the image recognition software already used by IP
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