If you own a business or are thinking of starting something, you may find the following information on trade marks helpful.  We’ve sourced questions from Reddit and other social media and business platforms and we think they represent what many of you want to know.  The world of intellectual property is complex and it can […]

What’s in a name? That which we call a rose by any other name would smell just as sweet (Romeo and Juliet). Shakespeare may have believed that the naming of things was immaterial, but when it comes to the commercial world, the name of a business is highly relevant!  A business name can be an […]

Note: This article is a general account based on the typical experience of small business owners working with MMW Trademark Services. While not based on a specific client, it reflects the real steps and support involved in registering a trade mark with the help of an experienced attorney.   Starting a business is exciting, and […]

Just when you thought it was over, the long-running trade mark dispute between US pop superstar, Katy Perry and Sydney fashion designer, Katie Jane Taylor who designs and sells clothes under the Katie Perry brand, has taken a fascinating turn. In the latest development, the High Court of Australia granted Taylor’s application for special leave […]

Your registered trade mark can be one of your most important business assets, offering exclusive rights to your unique brand identity and delivering long-term business value.  However, trade mark registration comes with responsibilities and considerations – and if these are overlooked (which often happens amidst all the demands of running a business) – there may […]