Trade mark decision

BL Number

O/328/20

Decision date

17 June 2020

Appointed Person

Miss Emma Himsworth KC

Mark

STEALTH VR

Grounds

• Sections 5(1), 5(2) and 5(3) Earlier Trade Marks - Composite word and device marks
• Sections 5(1), 5(2) and 5(3) Earlier Trade Marks - Importance of first element
• Section 5(4) Earlier Rights - Relevant date
• Section 5(4) Earlier Rights - Standard of proof (evidential issues)
• Procedural Issues - Assignment problems – ownership / authority to act, late defence

Full decision O/328/20 323Kb