Trade mark news3 min read
Are those trade mark registration emails a scam?
Received an urgent email from a 'trade mark lawyer' about a conflicting trade mark? It's almost certainly a scam. Here's what to look for.
Trade mark insights and tips
Expert advice and practical guidance on protecting your brand. Stay informed with the latest in trade mark law and strategy.
Trade mark basics4 min read
I've changed my logo - does my trade mark still protect it?
If you've updated your logo, your existing trade mark registration may or may not still cover it. Here's how to tell.
Trade mark basics4 min read
How long does a trade mark registration last?
Trade mark registrations in Australia last 10 years and can be renewed indefinitely. Here's what you need to know.
Trade mark basics5 min read
Should I register my logo, my name, or both?
A practical guide to help you decide whether to register your business name, your logo, or both as a trade mark.
Trade mark basics5 min read
Word mark vs logo mark: what's the difference?
Understand the difference between a word mark and a logo mark, and how each type of trade mark protects your brand.
Applications6 min read
My trade mark was rejected as descriptive - what can I do?
If IP Australia has raised a Section 41 objection against your trade mark application, here are the options available to you.
Applications7 min read
What does evidence of use involve for a trade mark?
If IP Australia raises a distinctiveness or conflicting mark objection, evidence of use can help you overcome it. Learn what to include in your statutory declaration and how to get it right.
Applications8 min read
How to overcome a trade mark examination report
Received a trade mark examination report? Here are the strategies you can use to overcome objections and get your trade mark registered.
Applications6 min read
What types of objections can IP Australia raise?
When IP Australia examines your trade mark application, they can raise objections on several grounds. Learn about the most common types of objections and what they mean for your application.
Applications8 min read
What is a trade mark examination report?
Received an examination report from IP Australia? Learn what it means, the types of objections that can be raised, your options, and how to respond.
Trade mark news7 min read
Cosmetic Market Intelligence - Q4 2024
Markster's cosmetic market intelligence report uses trade mark data to highlight trends, opportunities and market shifts in the industry.
Monitoring4 min read
How to protect your cosmetics brand from dupes
MCoBeauty has built a billion-dollar business by perfecting the art of cosmetic dupes. Known for replicating viral beauty products, often...
Trade mark news4 min read
Facebook v Clive Palmer - the trade mark showdown over Ausface
Facebook's parent company, Meta Platforms Inc, recently locked horns with Australian mining magnate Clive Palmer’s Mineralogy Pty Ltd....
International12 min read
The complete guide to trade marks in the European Union
Everything Australian businesses need to know about registering, searching, examining, opposing, and maintaining a trade mark in the EU.
International12 min read
The complete guide to trade marks in New Zealand
Everything Australian businesses need to know about registering, searching, examining, opposing, and maintaining a trade mark in New Zealand.
International14 min read
The complete guide to trade marks in the United States of America
Everything Australian businesses need to know about registering, searching, examining, opposing, and maintaining a trade mark in the USA.
International12 min read
The complete guide to trade marks in the United Kingdom
Everything Australian businesses need to know about registering, searching, examining, opposing, and maintaining a trade mark in the UK.
Applications9 min read
Do I need a trademark lawyer or attorney to register a trademark?
Wondering if you need a lawyer or to hire a trademark attorney to register a trademark? Or should you apply for trademark registration yours
International4 min read
How much does it cost to file a trade mark in New Zealand?
Interested in how much it costs to file a trade mark in New Zealand?
International4 min read
How much does it cost to file a trade mark in China?
For an Australian business, the cost to file a trademark in China via the Madrid Protocol starts from around 2,451 AUD. This includes the...
International4 min read
How much does it cost to file an EU trade mark?
Interested the cost to register an EU trade mark?
International4 min read
How much does it cost to file a trade mark in the UAE?
For an Australian business, the cost to file a trademark in the United Arab Emirates via the Madrid Protocol starts from around 4,542...
International4 min read
How much does it cost to file a trade mark in the United Kingdom?
For an Australian business, the cost to file a trademark in the UK via the Madrid Protocol starts from around 2,367 AUD. This includes...
International5 min read
How much does it cost to file a trade mark in the United States?
Wondering how much it costs to file a trade mark application in the US?
Enforcement7 min read
Navigating trade mark infringement and trade mark enforcement in Australia
Trade mark enforcement is essential to stop trade mark infringement. Learn how to enforce your trade mark rights and protect your registered
Applications7 min read
The top 10 benefits of trademark registration for business owners
There are many benefits of trademark registration. Learn how registering your trade mark can give your business an advantage.
Trade mark basics5 min read
Momofuku's chili crunch trade mark: the recipe for a spicy PR disaster
When enforcing IP rights, it’s important to keep the potential PR consequences in mind.
Enforcement10 min read
Trademark infringement - how to identify and stop trade mark infringement
Trademark infringement can impact your brand integrity, customer loyalty, IP and revenue. Here's how to identify and stop infringement.
Trade mark news8 min read
OpenAI’s trade mark troubles - goodbye ChatGPT?
OpenAI has had massive success with ChatGPT, but its trade mark strategy has major problems.
Trade mark basics9 min read
Understanding the Australian Trade Mark Registration Process
Understand the trademark registration process and each stage required to successfully register a trade mark in Australia.
Applications7 min read
How much does it cost to register a trademark? A full breakdown
See the breakdown of fees and learn how much it costs to register a trademark in Australia.
Applications7 min read
Trade mark registration: How to register a trademark in Australia and protect your business
A step-by-step guide on how to file a trademark application in Australia.
Monitoring10 min read
Trade mark monitoring in Australia: what it is, why it matters, and how to set it up
Your registered trade mark doesn't protect itself. Learn how trade mark monitoring works, what it costs, and how to set up a watching service to catch infringement early.
International3 min read
Where should I file my international trademark?
Not sure where you should file your international trademark? We set out some key considerations for choosing the countries in which to file.
International5 min read
Do I need an international trademark?
Discover if you need an international trademark, the benefits it may provide and the countries in which you should file.
International6 min read
How to file an international trademark
Learn how to file your international trademark and what different filing options are available.
International10 min read
Filing an international trademark - direct or through WIPO? Pros and cons
There are many pros and cons to filing an international trademark directly or through WIPO. Discover which option would suit you best.
Applications5 min read
Should I apply for a trademark registration? Expert insights
A trademark application should be filed when the risk of infringement to your business outweighs the cost of applying to register the...
Applications5 min read
Choosing the right goods and services for your trademark application
Choosing the goods and services for your trademark application can be tricky but it's important to get right.
Applications8 min read
How to choose a good trademark
Learn what makes a good trademark and what to consider before you create and register a trademark.
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