Trademark law grants protection to a sign (which can be interpreted extensive) that serves to distinguish goods and/or services. Linked to the creative process of choosing a product name, non-negligible legal questions arise regarding this ‘branding’. Could holders of prior rights possibly oppose it? Is it sufficiently distinctive to qualify for protection?
Next you may wish to license the trademark? What if another party uses a similar name for your type of product? Under certain circumstances you could even take action against a use for non-similar goods and/or services.
Because of the ‘first come, first served’ principle, it’s in any case important to undertake all necessary actions to obtain the exclusive registration and all associated exclusive rights.
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Insofar there is ‘originality’, a creation may enjoy copyright protection. Since there is no filing requirement, it is crucial to substantiate very precisely why this creation is or is not worthy of protection. And perhaps an i-DEPOT is appropriate after all.
Are you involved in a project with several parties and would you like to lay down clear agreements by means of a contract? Or would you like to be adviced on possible tax implications?
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A design right protects (ideally through filing) the overall impression of a product or part thereof if these elements are new and have an individual character.
Given the aforementioned condition of novelty, it is important to seek expert advice in due time.
BAAKN will be happy to assist you during the registration process and subsequently in enforcing your rights.
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A patent is an intellectual property right protecting a registered technical invention, provided the invention is new, inventive and industrially applicable.
Earning revenue and protecting the results of your R&D investments is extremely important. BAAKN will be happy to assist you, both in terms of advice and enforcement of your rights.
What action should you take if a potentially patentable invention has been made? Would you like more information on fiscal deduction for innovation costs and patent incomes?
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