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France's Supreme Court has ruled that luxury trademarks incorporating dates suggesting centuries-old heritage can be invalidated when they mislead consumers about product quality and craftsmanship. The decision, following a CJEU preliminary ruling, addresses whether purchasing a historic trademark confers the original proprietor's history and know-how without genuine continuity of operations.

Het is mogelijk om de nieuwe vorm van een product te beschermen door middel van het merkenrecht, modellenrecht en auteursrecht. Het modellenrecht en het auteursrecht zijn...

Une action en nullité fondée sur l'argument de la mauvaise foi (article 59, paragraphe 1, point b), du règlement EUTMR a été engagée contre la marque UE "E-Plus"...

Par une décision du 12 mai 2025, la Cour de cassation a opéré un revirement de jurisprudence significatif

In a recent decision under the Uniform Domain Name Dispute Resolution Policy (the UDRP or the Policy) before the World ...

L'EUIPO et l'INPI ont choisi la journée mondiale de la propriété intellectuelle, ce mercredi 26 avril 2023, pour lancer de nouvelles aides financières relatives aux brevets à destination des PME.

Fashion retailers today face multiple challenges arising from global trade, the explosion of e-commerce and the imperative to operate sustainably while meeting ever higher client expectations.

If a brand owner uses a mark on social networks, does it constitute actual evidence of use? Florence Chapin examines a recent EU ruling on trademarks and social media that provides some guidance.

Grabtaxi, the owner of numerous trademarks containing the term ‘grab', sought the transfer of ‘grabprinting.com' under the UDRP

From restricted use in commerce to increased risk of counterfeiting and brand dilution, the imposition of trade tariffs can have serious consequences for businesses.

When transferring intellectual property rights, the first consideration is the type of transfer your business needs. An intellectual property (IP) transfer...

If you’re looking to outsource your trademark renewals, you’ll need a provider you can trust to deliver the best possible service at a sensible cost.

With trademark protection lasting only 10 years, renewing your registration is the only way to ensure your IP's continuous and indefinite protection. If the trademark renewal period is approaching...

At the beginning of each financial year, every business must determine and implement an annual budget for intellectual property (IP). With cost control a top priority for all businesses, how should brand owners approach IP...

Novagraaf serves as a comprehensive partner for intellectual property strategy, protection, and defense. The firm offers expert guidance through monthly newsletters, webinars, and exclusive content to help clients navigate the complex landscape of IP rights and enforcement.

La Cour d'appel de Paris a rendu le 28 janvier 2026 une décision importante pour tous les titulaires de droits souhaitant protéger leurs marques contrefaites...

Depuis la révolution ChatGPT en novembre 2022, le nombre de grands modèles de langage (LLM) explose - le nombre d'utilisateurs déçus aussi.