Industry: Professional & environmental services

IP practice is making strides in DEI – but experts express concern over gaps in gender representation

While some of WTR’s Global Leaders 2024 highlight their firms’ successes in propelling DEI forward, others note shortfalls in gender equality and call for further education and training.

06 June 2024

ZARA gift cards: CJEU clarifies scope of ‘referential’ use of third-party trademarks

The CJEU has clarified the scope of Article 6(1)(c) of Directive 2008/95 in light of the change in wording introduced by Directive 2015/2436.

29 January 2024

French fashion magazine Elle defeated in opposition against ELLLE HOTEL

While the JPO recognised that ELLE had become famous as a source indicator in connection with fashion magazines, it questioned whether the mark had acquired a certain degree of recognition in relation to Class 43 services.

25 January 2024

Therapists’ passing-off claims, libel and harassment allegations unravelled

The case sends a strong message that legal proceedings are not a platform for justifying a personal vendetta.

15 December 2023

Why 3D printing design platforms like Thingiverse and Printables should be on policing radars

Despite 3D printing not yet becoming the mainstream consumer product that many predicted, a WTR investigation reveals that brand use by third parties on 3D design platforms is rife.

04 October 2023

While grabbing fewer headlines than a decade ago, 3D printing needs to remain on the brand protection radar

New research reveals continued growth in 3D printing innovation and activity.

30 September 2023

French arbitration clause blocks UDRP complaint against regional media company

The panel found that the determination of the dispute between the parties fell outside of the scope of the UDRP.

18 September 2023

How the Seiko Epson IP division directly supports commercial growth

A 200-strong IP division supports innovation and business growth at one of the world’s biggest printer technology companies.

14 September 2023

Why moving the dial on DEI is critical to future success

International trademark experts highlight DEI’s tremendous social and economic value to the IP community, sharing their best advice on how firms can recruit, hire and support diverse talent.

29 June 2023

First Amendment punches out alleged Lanham Act violation

The case addresses the balance between trademark rights under the Lanham Act and the First Amendment right to protected expression.

03 January 2023