All Articles in Intellectual property

In 1997 a PR Agency and an urban artist combined to create a PR stunt to promote Mattel’s “Barbie” doll. Five years on a row over the concept’s ownership still…

Along with the usual fascinating statistics as to what’s hot when it comes to trade mark classes, the Patent Office’s latest report reveals there’s gold in them registrations.   Topic:…

When Apple Computer, Inc appealed the rejection of their application to register their standard screen icons as registered designs, the outcome surprised a few.   Topic: Design Who: Mr. Justice…

Yes, company directors can in certain circumstances be sued personally for infringement of copyright and other intellectual property rights, said the Court of Appeal.   Topic: Directors’ liabilityWho: MCA Recordings…

Verkade cookie ad takes the michael out of the famous Wherthers Original grandad/grandson toffee ad and pays the price.   Topic: PlagiarismWho: Storck vs. VerkadeWhen: 26 June 2001Where: President of…

Dublin-based retailer Crate & Barrel (C&B) placed an ad in a UK-based homes magazine with an Irish circulation.   Topic: Trade marks Who: Euromarket Designs, Inc, Peters & Anor When:…

Is the London Eye fair game to use in marketing material? We look at the legal issues to consider when showing this and other structures in ads.   Thanks largely…