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Trademark searches are a necessary part of registering and owning trademarks, but many companies choose to put off trademark searching, viewing it as unduly complex or onerous.

In France, the government has declared a national state of public health emergency for a period starting March 24, and ending May 24.

This case concerns the refusal to register a European Union (EU) trademark (no. 1700702) to protect a figurative trademark, namely the shape of the Haribo Goldbears teddy bear.

L'Office européen des brevets (OEB) a dévoilé, le 2 juillet 2026 à Berlin, les lauréats et lauréates de la 19ᵉ édition du Prix de l'inventeur européen. Cette édition met à l'honneur des innovations majeures...

Interparfums est une entreprise française cotée à la bourse de Paris, spécialisée dans la création, la distribution internationale de parfums de prestige et de cosmétiques.

Depuis 1996, la chaine de restauration rapide McDonald's est titulaire de droits de marque sur le signe BIG MAC. Après 20 ans d'exploitation, un concurrent irlandais, Supermac's, requiert auprès de l'EUIPO...

In Association for Educational Communications and Technology (AECT) v InterAd.com Inc (WIPO Case D2019-1429), a panel has refused to transfer the disputed domain name ‘techtrends.com' ...

On December 10, Decree No. 2019-1316 "on trademarks or service marks" was published. It provides amendments to the Intellectual Property Code ("IPC")

In a recent decision under the Uniform Domain Name Dispute Resolution Policy (UDRP) before the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), a Panel refused to transfer the disputed domain...

Merger and acquisition (M&A) activities present many challenges to buyers and sellers, particularly when it comes to intellectual property (IP) issues.

Achieving better results with fewer resources is the challenge facing every in-house legal department. If your budget were unlimited, it would be straightforward to improve results.

From enhanced trademark search and watch to AI evidence management software and cutting-edge trademark preparation & prosecution copilots, we share what's in the pipeline for AI and trademarks at Questel.

As one of the most valuable corporate assets, intellectual property must be managed appropriately to maximize its potential. In line with many areas of life, technological advancements are transforming how IP is managed, including a wide choice of digital and online solutions for IP portfolio management.

The process of managing an intellectual property (IP) recordal project can be complex for an in-house IP legal team since it requires detailed and accurate information specific to the applicable countries and jurisdictions.

Counterfeiting and online brand abuse are no longer isolated challenges — they are global, fast-moving, and increasingly sophisticated. From social media and marketplaces to offline distribution networks, brands today must navigate a complex and constantly evolving threat landscape.

The rules for registering a trademark are governed by the laws of the country where the application is made, and these rules differ from country to country.

The Court of Justice of the European Union applies a rigorous standard when evaluating urgency in applications for provisional measures, requiring applicants to demonstrate immediate and irreparable harm. This strict interpretation shapes the strategic considerations for parties seeking interim relief in EU intellectual property disputes. Understanding these procedural requirements is essential for effectively navigating emergency applications before European courts.