DAVID BRIDGEMAN

“MARICON PERDIDO” Trade Mark Denied: Morality and Distinctiveness in EUIPO’s Latest Decision

The Grand Board of the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) recently ruled that the Spanish phrase “MARICON PERDIDO” (“hopeless faggot”) cannot be registered as a trade mark under Article…

Can a Person’s face be registered as a Trade mark?

The EUIPO (European Union Intellectual Property Office) is currently grappling with a significant issue regarding the registration of a photograph of a person’s face as an EU trade mark. In…

Revocation for Non-Use of Baccarat’s EUTM: Proving Genuine Use is Paramount

Overview: A recent EUIPO decision revoking Baccarat’s EU Trade Mark (EUTM) designation for certain goods highlights the complexity of proving genuine use for luxury brands expanding into new product categories.…