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Trade-mark Confusion
Friday, June 1st, 2007Confusion is a fundamental concept in trade-mark law. Previous articles from this series have touched on this principle. For example, it may be difficult to register a trade-mark if the trade-mark is confusing with another trade-mark. Further, a trade-mark owner may oppose an application to register a trade-mark on the basis of confusion. Finally, the use of a confusing trade-mark may trigger a trade-mark dispute.
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Enforcing Trade-mark Rights
Sunday, April 1st, 2007A trade-mark owner must enforce trade-mark rights to maintain the distinctiveness of its trade-marks and to protect the goodwill associated with the trade-mark owner’s business. Enforcement is particularly important when operating in the competitive personal fitness industry, where the public closely associates personal services with a trade-mark. This article discusses the grounds for enforcing trade-mark rights.
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Is Your Club Name Safe? Part 3
Thursday, March 1st, 2007A previous article regarding the trade-mark registration process mentioned that a third party may oppose the registration of a trade-mark. This article discusses trade-mark opposition proceedings.
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