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Is Colour Claim in Trademarks Redundant?: A Practical View
This article examines whether a color claim in trademarks is redundant from a practical point of view. Before we begin, it is important for readers to know that in general, when a brand registers logos and stylized words as trademarks, it has the option of claiming a...
Unveiling Trade Secrets and Patent: A Case Study of Ichiran Ramen
One way to protect an invention is by filing for a patent. Patents can cover machines, processes, compositions of matter, and manufactures. If granted, a patent gives the owner exclusive rights to the invention for 20 years, which can be renewed. However, patents are...
Dutch Genquila And Tequila: Is There A Strong Evocation?
Is Dutch Genquila a type of Tequila? Is there a strong evocation between both? To answer this, this commentary analyzes a decision made on 6th March 2024, concerning the European Union Intellectual Property (EUIPO) case of R 1033/2023-2 Dutch Genquila/Tequila...
How to draft an Assignment Agreement for Intellectual Property
This article provides a guide on how to draft an Assignment Agreement for Intellectual Property. Introduction In today’s knowledge-driven economy, intellectual property (IP) rights have revolutionized intangible assets like knowledge and creativity into...
How to draft a Licensing Agreement for Intellectual Property
This article explores how to draft a Licensing Agreement for Intellectual Property. Introduction A Licensing Agreement for Intellectual Property (IP) is a legal contract between the IP owners and a third party, granting specific rights in exchange for a...
Utility Innovation: 3 Strong Reasons to File for It Instead
This article explores Utility Innovation and the 3 strong reasons to file for it instead of patents. Overview on differences between Patents and Utility Innovations Before we begin, it is important to grasp the broader concept of Utility Innovation, namely Patents. In...
How To Register for Copyright in Malaysia via CR2U
This article explores how to register for copyright in Malaysia via CR2U. An Overview of Copyright Law in Malaysia Copyright is the exclusive right granted to authors, copyright owners, and performers to control and safeguard their works from being copied by others...
4 Strong Reasons on Writing Wills in Malaysia
This article explores the 4 strong reasons on writing wills in Malaysia by foreigners. As globalization advances and Malaysia solidifies its status as a key business hub in Southeast Asia, more and more foreigners are relocating to Malaysia or investing in...
Strong Reasons to Trademark Your Personal Brand
This article explores the strong reaons to trademark your personal brand. Overview In the age of social media dominance, platforms like Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, and Xiaohongshu have provided a fertile ground for individuals to cultivate...
When Should I Begin Considering the Registration of Trademarks?
It is not uncommon for business owners to consider whether to register the trademark of their business at some point. In this era where information is widely available online, audiences are more knowledgeable about the importance of trademark registration, making it...
5 Immediate Steps to Take If Imposters Use Your Trademark Online
In today's era of widespread online scams and imposters, it's crucial to stay vigilant, not just against social media identity theft, but also for online business owners with their own trademarks or social presence. Monitoring any unauthorized use of your trademark or...
Types of Trademarks Registrable in Malaysia
This article explores the types of trademarks registrable in Malaysia. When someone mentions trademarks, the usual images that come to mind for the public are traditional marks such as 'McDonald's,' 'KFC,' 'ADIDAS,' 'Nike,' etc. However, unknown to many, there are...
Important Insights To Know On Trademark And Trade Name
This article provides the important insights to know on trademark and trade name. More often than not, business owners think that registering a trademark is unnecessary because they have already registered their trade name or company name with the Companies Commission...
The Important Truth Of Eligible Trademark
This article explores what constitues an eligible trademark and the important truth of creating such eligible trademark, particularly focusing on the common pitfalls to avoid when aiming for trademark registration and protection. The Misconception It is not uncommon...