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In a recent decision, the Federal Court of Canada granted an appeal brought by Blaze Pizza of an Opposition Board decision and refused an application to register FAST FIRED BY CARBONE & Design Mark. Key to this appeal was evidence involving the distribution of pizza boxes, which addressed gaps in the prior evidence. Read Colin Hyslop's article here – we guarantee you’ll get through it in 30 minutes or less 🍕 ⏲️, or the insights are free! 😆 https://lnkd.in/g6RCJcY5 #intellectualproperty #brandprotection #trademarklaw #punnybutclevertoo #federalcourts #IPlitigation

Did you know that more than 1 in 4 Black Friday shoppers have unknowingly purchased counterfeit goods? As the peak retail season ramps up, Marks & Clerk is urging brands to act decisively to protect their integrity and safeguard consumer trust amid rising counterfeit threats.  To support businesses in navigating these challenges, we’re proud to launch our latest e-book: 'Brand Security in a Modern World'. Authored by John Ferdinand, Kirsten Gilbert, Megan Rannard and with contributions from Denise Novaes-Hingorani in Hong Kong and Xuefang Huang in Beijing, this practical guide to developing an effective anti-counterfeiting strategy offers actionable insights on:  - Securing IP rights for brands, products, and services. - Combatting global counterfeiting, with a focus on regions like Hong Kong and mainland China.   - Adapting to evolving threats, from competitor lookalikes to social media-driven trends.  #BrandProtection #TradeMarks #BlackFriday #AntiCounterfeiting https://lnkd.in/egcz9SYj

Congratulations to four Marks & Clerk partners Kevin Shipley, Daniel Poh, Upasana Patel and James Kinnaird for being listed in the 2025 Global Leaders edition of IAM Strategy 300.     IAM Strategy 300 identifies the world’s foremost leaders from in-house and private practice who are experts in the development and implementation of strategies that maximize the value of IP portfolios.    We are honored to have our team listed among leading intellectual property strategists in the world and we thank our clients and peers for this recognition!     Find the full list here: https://lnkd.in/e9J4fpjF

On Tuesday 3 December 2024, Marks & Clerk is excited to host the Genesis Fringe event at their London office. This engaging session will delve into the evolving #IP landscape for advanced therapies and offer practical advice for emerging companies. Attendees will gain valuable insights into how to demonstrate a strong IP position to attract potential R&D partners and investors. The event will feature a panel discussion with industry experts exploring key topics such as crafting an effective IP strategy, conducting comprehensive Freedom to Operate searches, and resolving conflicts with third-party IP. Marks & Clerk’s Will Arends will be part of a distinguished panel alongside Tony Jones, (One Nucleus), Dr Michael Murray, RTTP (Murray International Partners Limited), Andrew Osborne (ikarovec ), Anji Miller Ph.D CLP RTTP (LifeArc), and Bradley Hardiman (Venture Capitalist and Pharmaceutical Executive).  Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding of advanced therapy IP and connect with professionals shaping the future of the field. For more information please click on the link: https://lnkd.in/e7kFPzGp #Advancedtherapy #IP #FTO

The Government of Jersey launched a consultation at the end of last year proposing the introduction of a primary trade mark registration system in Jersey, and the Government’s response to the consultation was published earlier in April this year. Michael Shaw and Faith C. explore the proposed changes in the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eheXs_hp #trademarks

📰 Marks & Clerk’s recently published AI Report continues to make waves, capturing the attention of key industry publications and reinforcing the growing role AI has to play in the energy transition. The report, now in its fourth year, has now been featured in numerous prominent media outlets, across the technology, energy, sustainability and business press. 💡 Discover insights from our AI Report and explore how IP can fuel AI innovation by visiting our website or by exploring the coverage featured in our wrap up below. #intellectualproperty #ai #energy #netzero https://lnkd.in/eyBaZt2P

Earlier this week, Marks & Clerk Canada was pleased to sponsor McMaster Industry Liaison Office (MILO)'s Innovation Showcase. Our Canadian #patent team Evangellos (Van) Vekris Wilfred So Justin Thuss and Walter Chan attended where they had the opportunity to network with researchers, faculty, industry professionals and investors to celebrate recent successes in Health Sciences #research and #commercialization.   #MCMASTERINNOVATIONSHOWCASE2024 #HEALTHSCIENCES #ARTIFICALINTELLIGENCE #INNOVATION #EMERGINGTECH

Marks & Clerk is pleased to be partnering with Tech Climbers once again for the Greater Manchester Tech Climbers 2024 list reveal. Join us to learn which businesses will be announced as this years Tech Climbers. The evening will feature speakers from across the region, sharing their experiences of growing a tech company in today’s landscape. Our team—Michael Shaw, Aimee Cawley, Graeme Murray, Caitlin Morris, Matthew Parr and Alex Garrett—will be there, ready to discuss how we support the local tech community. Get your ticket here: https://lnkd.in/eZjXRe89 #TechClimbers #Manchester #IP #Innovation #TechCommunity

Marks & Clerk is delighted to announce the recent promotion of Inès Garlantezec, to Senior Associate. Advising clients from various industries across the globe, Inès has been active in Intellectual Property law since 2016, with expertise primarily in trademark law, design law, domain names and copyright. Please join us in congratulating Inès on this achievement. This well-deserved promotion reflects her expertise and continued hard work!

As AI continues to revolutionise creative processes, questions around intellectual property ownership become increasingly crucial. In our latest article, Pamela Bryer and Eve McGlynn dive into the complexities of who holds the rights to AI-generated designs. From understanding how copyright law applies to AI creations to navigating emerging legal challenges, this article provides key insights for innovators, designers and legal professionals. Read more about this here: https://lnkd.in/eAr_tK2B #AI #IntellectualProperty #Design #Innovation #IPLaw