Trade mark decision

BL Number
O/443/14
Decision date
10 October 2014
Appointed Person
Mr Daniel Alexander KC
Mark
TFC T Supermarkets
Classes
29, 31, 32

Grounds

  • Section 3(6) Bad Faith - Knowledge of opponent's use in the UK
  • Section 3(6) Bad Faith - Breakdown of former business relationship
  • Sections 5(1), 5(2) and 5(3) Earlier Trade Marks - Identical marks
  • Sections 5(1), 5(2) and 5(3) Earlier Trade Marks - Distinctive and dominant components
  • Sections 5(1), 5(2) and 5(3) Likelihood of Confusion - Effect of concurrent use
  • Sections 5(1), 5(2) and 5(3) Dilution Cases - Reputation
  • Section 5(4) Earlier Rights - Relevant date
  • Other Issues - Acquiescence
  • Other Issues - Construction of agreements / contracts

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