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How Rihanna's Post Invalidated a PUMA Design
In a striking blend of celebrity influence and intellectual property law, the European Court of Justice recently upheld a decision invalidating PUMA’s registered design for a pair of sports shoes. The culprit? None other than global pop sensation Rihanna and her Instagram account.
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6. 6. 2024
Trademarks and Morality: What Can Be Registered?
The European General Court recently rejected a trademark featuring Pablo Escobar. It was deemed immoral and inappropriate due to the serious criminal acts committed by the notorious drug dealer and narco-terrorist. But can a trademark be rejected simply for being in poor taste?
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15. 5. 2024
Pablo Escobar: To protect or not to protect?
The European Court rejected the application for the "Pablo Escobar" trademark. Can such a ban be justified?
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15. 5. 2024
Intellectual Property: Long Story Short
When did the concept of intellectual property emerge? Let´s celebrate the World IP Day with a little excursion into IP history.
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15. 5. 2024