Trade mark decision

Grounds

Sections 5(1), 5(2) and 5(3) Earlier Trade Marks - Distinctive and dominant components
Sections 5(1), 5(2) and 5(3) Earlier Trade Marks - Composite word marks
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 - Treatment of descriptive / allusive elements
Sections 5(1), 5(2) and 5(3) Earlier Trade Marks - Conceptual distinctions
Sections 5(1), 5(2) and 5(3) Dilution Cases - Reputation
Sections 5(1), 5(2) and 5(3) Dilution Cases - Link
Section 5(4) Earlier Rights - Passing off (Issues arising from Registry proceedings)
Section 5(4) Earlier Rights - Standard of proof (evidential issues)
Section 5(4) Earlier Rights - Trivial v minimal goodwill
Revocation / Proof of Use - Dates - genuine use
Revocation / Proof of Use - Variant forms of marks - use with another mark
Revocation / Proof of Use - Partial revocation - arriving at a fair description of goods / services
Revocation / Proof of Use - Partial revocation - redrafting specifications

Full decision O/360/20 260Kb