5 Common Reasons Your U.S. Trademark Application May Be Refused – And How to Avoid Them Thinking of registering your trademark in the United States? Great move. The U.S. is one of the most important markets in the world – and protecting your brand there is crucial. But here’s...
10.08.2025
Common Risks in Trademark Protection in the EU Many businesses expand their trademark protection to the EU via the Madrid system but fail to closely monitor their applications or lack a local legal representative. As a result, notifications from the EUIPO are not received or handled on time, leading...
30.07.2025
Overview of Trademark Registration in Jordan Jordan follows the “first-to-file” principle, meaning that in order to be protected, applicants must file for trademark registration in Jordan. Trademark applications must be submitted to the Trademark Registration Office under the Ministry of Industry, Trade, and Supply of the Hashemite Kingdom of...
16.07.2025
Trademark Registration in Libya has undergone significant changes, effective from May 1, 2024. When registering a trademark in Libya, the following points should be noted: Conditions for Trademark Registration in Libya To register a trademark in Libya, the trademark must meet the following conditions: It must be distinctive and...
01.07.2025
To file a patent application in Vietnam, you typically engage the services of a qualified patent agent who is registered to practice before the Intellectual Property of Vietnam (VNIPO). Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to file a patent application through a patent attorney in Vietnam: Find a Qualified...
13.06.2025
The Implementation of the Subclass System in Trademark Registration in Turkey According to Communiqué No. 2024/2 on the “Classification of Goods and Services for Trademark Registration Purposes,” issued by the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office (TÜRKPATENT) and published in the Official Gazette No. 32758 dated December 20, 2024, the...
01.06.2025
As a law firm specializing in trademarks and intellectual property (IP) rights, we understand the critical role that customs surveillance plays in protecting brands from counterfeit and unauthorized goods. In Vietnam’s dynamic trade environment, businesses face the constant risk of IP infringement through counterfeit imports and exports. Effective customs...
05.05.2025
There are several kinds of patent searches that inventors, businesses, and patent professionals conduct to gather information and assess the patent landscape. Each type of search serves different purposes and offers unique insights. Here are some common types of patent searches and how to consider them: Prior Art Search:...
20.04.2025
LAOS SIMPLIFIES INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY PROCEDURES – OPPORTUNITY FOR BUSINESSES On February 22, 2025, the Department of Intellectual Property of Laos (DIP) issued Notification No. 198/DIP regarding changes to the requirements for original documents in trademark, patent, and industrial design-related procedures. This new regulation marks a significant step in simplifying...
16.03.2025
In Vietnam, “temporary rights or provisional rights” refer to a provision under the Law on Intellectual Property (IP Law) that grants provisional protection to patent applicants from the date of filing until the patent is granted or rejected. This provision aims to safeguard the interests of inventors/applicants during the...
10.03.2025
To successfully trademark Registration in Saudi Arabia, compliance with the country’s legal and procedural requirements is essential. Below are the key considerations for trademark registration in Saudi Arabia: Preparation of Trademark Registration Documents Trademark Sample: Ensure the trademark design (logo, image, text, or a combination) is clear. Note that...
16.02.2025
Here are some common mistakes when registering a trademark in Vietnam and how to avoid them: Not Conducting a Preliminary Search Mistake: Many businesses skip the step of conducting a thorough trademark search to ensure the mark is not already registered or too similar to existing ones. How to...
05.01.2025
