Law: Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union

Morality v freedom of expression: the COVIDIOT decision

This decision of the EUIPO’s Grand Board may be seen as a ‘high-water mark’ in applying the Article 7 absolute grounds for refusal.

25 June 2024

General Court interprets several general principles of EU law in opposition proceedings

The applicant’s right to be heard had not been infringed since, in particular, he had been able to make his views known before the Board of Appeal before the adoption of its decision.

29 May 2024

General Court: Board of Appeal decision breached opponent’s right to be heard

The EUIPO must provide parties with the opportunity to express their point of view on all matters forming the basis of the decisions of its departments.

25 April 2024