Bird & Bird IP

The EU General Court's ruling on a rectangular-shaped floor marking highlights the importance of consistency in design representations. Our expert, Naji Tilley explores the implications and how to avoid common pitfalls. 📖 Read more here: designwrites.twobirds.com/post/102jqaa/c…

The UK Supreme Court is set to hear a key case on Emotional Perception AI, raising critical questions about AI, ethics, & law. In our recent article, Toby Bond & Fred Cascarini dive into the implications for developers, businesses, & policymakers.🔗twobirds.com/en/patenthub/s…

🏇Innovation meets IP in a UK case on high-visibility equestrian clothing, revealing design protection complexities. Our latest article explores the legal challenges and implications for niche industries. Click here to read more: lnkd.in/ejsq95Nd

☕ Australia's coffee culture is brewing up legal battles! KDE (Moccona) and Cantarella (Vittoria) recently clashed in the Federal Court over their coffee jar designs. Discover key takeaways for traders in our latest article: lnkd.in/ecfJskHm

👠These ‘Dupes’ aren’t made for walking. Our latest article explores a landmark decision by the Paris Court of Appeal, which upheld a ruling against JONAK for replicating CHANEL’s iconic “slingback” shoes. Read more here: brandwrites.twobirds.com/post/102jpnb/t…

📢 Our latest report of trade mark cases by Katharine Stephens, Nick Cowen, & Naji Tilley dives into several pivotal court decisions that shape the landscape of trade mark law. Don't miss out on these crucial insights! 🔗Read more here, twobirds.com/en/insights/20…

SkyKick is out! Check out our thoughts and also implications for business: brandwrites.twobirds.com/post/102jo3i/l… #skykick #trademarklaw #UKsupremecourt #IPlawyers

🌿In response to rising concerns about #greenwashing, regulatory bodies are cracking down on misleading environmental claims. Our latest article explores actions in Spain under the Law on Unfair Competition (LCD) and other regulations. Read more here: lnkd.in/e4Xdf5R2

Ever thought your trade mark was safe just because it’s registered? Think again! The EUIPO Board of Appeal rule on the ICE trade mark case, revoked it entirely for lack of genuine use. 📉Click here to understand the full impact of this case: lnkd.in/eiHX_-UJ

🚨 High Court Ruling Alert! The recent decision in Athleta (ITM) Inc. v Sports Group Denmark A/S has significant implications for trade mark law, particularly on the likelihood of confusion. 📚🔍 Read more in our article here: brandwrites.twobirds.com/post/102jmpl/u…

Training AI models and copyright challenges: Chinese and EU insights spr.ly/6016lFCT0 #managingip #ai #copyrightlaw #birdandbird

Another UPC first: 10x Genomics lost their appeal in the "NanoString/10x Genomics" case and applied for a rehearing under Art. 81(1) UPCA. The request was dismissed as inadmissible. We represented NanoString: linkedin.com/posts/bird-bir… #UPC #UnifiedPatentCourt #Patentlitigation

AI Is Just a Computer Program After All – UK Court of Appeal rules: twobirds.com/en/patenthub/s… #AIPatentLaw #UKCourtOfAppealRuling #BirssLJ #PatentApplication #LegalImplications #AIPatentGuidelines

Domien Op de Beeck and Robert Mooijekind consider the EU general court's stance on design protection for "consumable" product parts. Read the article on DesignWrites here: lnkd.in/dkhcnZk9 #designs #consumables #intellectualproperty

Standard Essential Patents (SEPs), wondering what the latest is on the Proposed EU Regulation: twobirds.com/en/patenthub/s… #SEP #SEPs #Patents #patentlitigation

Take stock of your trade mark portfolio and review your brand protection to save costs and align your brands with your business goals. Read our latest BrandWrites article by Adeena Hussain here: brandwrites.law/a-how-to-guide…

This #WorldIPDay, we’re shining a spotlight on the important theme of #sustainability in the retail and consumer sector. Is your brand going green? Partner Constantin Eikel discusses the dos and don’ts of #GreenTrademarks. Click here: 2bird.ly/3Wg0UvV

With the Grand National race ended, this year’s winner, I Am Maximus, has quickly become a household name. However it is important to go the extra furlong to protect the horse’s name and #brand. Here we cover how #TradeMarks can help protect your brand: brandwrites.law/on-your-marks-…

In China the #SPC recently published a list of 100 cases, including several #FRAND judgments. Here we take a look at one such judgment in Iwncomm v Apple and how it may impact on future licensing negotiations for #SEPs in China: twobirds.com/en/patenthub/s…

With sustainability and green claims being a key focus for many brands globally, the number of “green filings” has risen exponentially. Here Brendon Vyas provides guidance on those looking to set up green certification trade marks: brandwrites.law/the-green-ligh… #GCTM #TradeMark #IP