Key Challenges For Famous Brand Owners In Achieving Trademark Notoriety Protection
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Key Challenges For Famous Brand Owners In Achieving Trademark Notoriety Protection

Trademark owners face significant challenges in demonstrating the notoriety of their brands before intellectual property authorities. The following issues summarize the most recurring difficulties in daily practice and how they can play a crucial role in protecting a well-known trademark´s reputation and market position. Here are some of the main concerns to address in the...

ECUADOR: Specialty Principle Follows Andean Rules Published: February 3, 2021 https://www.inta.org/perspectives/ecuador-specialty-principle-follows-andean-rules/
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ECUADOR: Specialty Principle Follows Andean Rules Published: February 3, 2021 https://www.inta.org/perspectives/ecuador-specialty-principle-follows-andean-rules/

A resolution by Ecuador’s highest administrative court applying the principle of specialty had the effect of adopting criteria set by the Andean Community Court of Justice.  Resolution No. OCDI-2020-589. Case: BRITT, Class 30 v. BRIT & design, Class 31. Vafo Praha, s.r.o. applied for its trademark BRIT & design to protect pet food and treats...