I Am a Distributor. What Can I Do if Parallel Importers Are Affecting My Business?
If you are a distributor, one of the greatest challenges you may face is dealing with ‘parallel’ or ‘grey’ imports.…
5 Ways to Protect Your Business’ Intellectual Property
Your business’ intellectual property (IP) portfolio is a valuable asset. It includes: your brand; any artistic or written work; and…
IP Lessons for Online Marketplaces From Redbubble
Online marketplaces are digital platforms that facilitate transactions between customers and third parties. A recent case involving media company Pokemon…
Aldi’s Lessons on How to Prevent Infringing a Trade Mark
Creating cheap ‘knock-off’ products is not a new concept as not all consumers can afford luxury items. It is no…
What Do I Need to Know When Starting a Social Enterprise?
Social enterprises contribute to our society by promoting an economic, social, cultural or environmental mission for the public’s benefit. The…
US Trade Marks: What to Do if You Receive a USPTO Office Action
If you are an Australian business owner looking to expand into the United States, acquiring trade mark protection in the…
Is it Trade Mark Infringement if Someone Has Repackaged my Product?
As a general rule of thumb, trade marks cannot be altered. This ensures that the brand’s integrity remains intact. However,…
How to Lodge A Statement of Grounds and Particulars in Trade Mark Opposition Proceedings
As a trade mark owner, it is your responsibility to patrol IP Australia’s trade mark registry for the application of…
What To Do if Your Trade Mark Application is Rejected
It can be very frustrating if your trade mark application is rejected by IP Australia. However, there are different options…
How to Issue a Complaint on Instagram for Intellectual Property Infringement
It is easy for businesses to create an Instagram or Facebook account without verification for your marketing content. These social media…
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