Potter Clarkson delighted to be featured in 2023 WTR 1000
Potter Clarkson is delighted to be featured in the 2023 edition of the World Trademark Review (WTR) 1000 - the definitive resource for those seeking world-class trade mark legal expertise.
Potter Clarkson delighted to be featured in 2023 WTR 1000
Potter Clarkson is delighted to be featured in the 2023 edition of the World Trademark Review (WTR) 1000 - the definitive resource for those seeking world-class trade mark legal expertise.
Potter Clarkson announces a host of firm-wide promotions
Potter Clarkson has capped a very successful year with the announcement of 13 promotions.
White paper: Creating the right IP strategy to maximise the value of your innovation
In this white paper we discuss why creating a strong IP strategy is essential to a business’ success and examine the components that should be considered and included.
LATEST INSIGHTS
Hermès’ Birkin not drowned by Campbell’s soup: the MetaBirkin decision
Yesterday, French luxury fashion house Hermès won a landmark trial in the US which determined that the “MetaBirkin” NFTs infringe Hermès’ trade marks relating to its iconic Birkin bag. This is the first significant intellectual property judgment relating to NFTs, and brand owners will be delighted that it has gone their way.
The future is green: IP and marketing considerations for sustainable fashion brands
The early 21st century saw the seemingly inexorable rise of both online retail and fast fashion. Yet, recent years, as the climate crisis has deepened, have seen a challenge to this approach as consumers, retailers and fashion houses seek to put green credentials and sustainability at the forefront of their respective priorities.
Fntastic's THE DAY BEFORE trade mark application blocked: The advice is to file early!
The hotly anticipated THE DAY BEFORE from game developer Fntastic has encountered a block to its own application to register the trade mark in the USA.
MetaBirkin on trial: Hermès v Rothschild
A pivotal IP trial has just begun in the US concerning IP rights in non-fungible tokens (NFTs) related to French fashion house Hermès’ iconic Birkin bag.
What is a trade mark clearance search?
If you are working on any type of new creative to support the launch of a new brand for one of your clients you should always conduct a clearance search, but what is a clearance search?
Post-registration challenges at the UKIPO
The UKIPO has introduced a change, taking place with immediate effect, that will particularly impact upon the proprietors of (WIPO) International Registrations designating the United Kingdom.
Building brands: the engineering behind success
Branding is a crucial aspect of any business. The engineering sector is no exception.
White paper: Creating the right IP strategy to maximise the value of your innovation
In this white paper we discuss why creating a strong IP strategy is essential to a business’ success and examine the components that should be considered and included.
Trade mark troubles: Celebrity edition
Trade marks are like other intellectual property assets: they bring undisputed value to a business’ success. Celebrities, and the businesses behind them, are no different.
The impact of the metaverse and NFTs on trade marks
In February this year I provided an insight on how McDonald’s entry into the metaverse will impact food and drink trade mark filings. My view then was one of some scepticism. But almost nine months on what has been the impact of the metaverse and NFTs on trade marks?
How can AI and blockchain benefit brand owners (and lawyers)?
Artificial intelligence (AI) has seen major developments in the last five years. Over the same timeframe, blockchain technology has also advanced. Given this progress, how can AI and blockchain benefit brand owners?