IP Audit for SMEs: Why Do SEPs Matter?
IP Audit for SMEs: Why Do SEPs Matter? A recent update from the UK Intellectual Property Office (UKIPO) serves as a timely reminder that understanding [...]
Trademark Registration Process: A Step-By-Step Guide for Businesses
Trademark Registration Process: A Step-By-Step Guide for Businesses In today's competitive market, your brand is one of your most valuable assets. A business name, logo, [...]
UKIPO Trade Mark Tribunal Costs
UKIPO Trade Mark Tribunal Costs: What You Need To Know The Trade Mark Tribunal at the UK Intellectual Property Office (UKIPO) handles disputes relating to [...]
Beware of “Trademark Conflict” Emails: A Growing Scam Targeting UK Businesses
Beware of "Trademark Conflict" Emails: A Growing Scam Targeting UK Businesses Over recent months, we have seen a significant increase in so-called "trademark conflict" [...]
Ofcom Investigation into X: Legal Implications for Online Platforms
Ofcom Investigation into X: Legal Implications for Online Platforms On 12 January 2026, the UK communications regulator Ofcom opened a formal investigation into X, the [...]
Preparing Your IP Strategy for 2026: A Checklist for Startups
Preparing Your IP Strategy for 2026: A Checklist for Startups As the year comes to a close, now is an ideal time to lay the [...]
Defending a Claim of Confusion from a Competitor
Defending a Claim of Confusion from a Competitor This case study is about defending UK Trade Mark Opposition by a competitor, claiming a likelihood [...]
Dryrobe Wins Trademark Dispute Over Rival’s ‘D-Robe’ Brand
Dryrobe Wins Trademark Dispute Over Rival's 'D-Robe' Brand In a recent ruling from the UK High Court, outdoor-apparel company Dryrobe has secured a decisive [...]
Gola Sues Clarks for Trademark Infringement
Gola Sues Clarks for Trademark Infringement The owner of the classic Gola trainer has accused Clarks of selling shoes that allegedly copy Gola's protected "wing-flash" [...]
Spyros Melaris Sues Daily Mail for Copyright Infringement
Spyros Melaris Sues Daily Mail for Copyright Infringement The Spyros Melaris copyright infringement case against the Daily Mail highlights how major publishers can face serious [...]
