Copyright and a trade mark are different types of intellectual property although at times there are some areas of overlap.  To answer the question of whether a slogan is a trade mark or copyright, let’s first look at some of their differences and similarities. Copyright is protection afforded to original ‘works’.  As soon as there […]

There is no set fee for using a trade marks attorney.  Each trade marks attorney or trade mark lawyer establishes their own fee structure and the costs can vary considerably. It is also possible for someone to register a trade mark without any professional assistance, but mistakes and delays can be costly. What Does a […]

Before we delve into the discussion about whether a font can or can’t be registered as a trade mark, let’s begin by setting some context for this topic. A trade mark is a sign that is used as a way of identifying a product or service from another that is being traded in the same […]

Developing a new business, making it commercially viable, taking it to market, forging strong customer relationships and establishing a reputation is tough and the road to success is paved with plenty of failures. There’s no denying that getting a start-up off the ground takes considerable time, effort and usually money.  Given what it takes to […]

There’s a common misconception that once a trade mark has been registered, the onus is on the regulatory bodies to monitor the marketplace for any potential infringements and signal any applications for a similar trade mark. The fact is, the owners of the registered trade mark hold that responsibility and their asset will not be […]