Trade mark decision

Grounds

Section 3(3) Immoral and Deceptive Marks - Deceptive as to nature, quality etc.
Section 3(6) Bad Faith - Knowledge of opponent's use in the UK
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 - Importance of first element
Sections 5(1), 5(2) and 5(3) Distinctive Character of Earlier Trade Mark - Any unusual issues
Sections 5(1), 5(2) and 5(3) Likelihood of Confusion - State of the register
Sections 5(1), 5(2) and 5(3) Dilution Cases - Reputation
Section 5(4) Earlier Rights - Passing off (Issues arising from Registry proceedings)
Section 5(4) Earlier Rights - Relevant date
Revocation / Proof of Use - Dates - genuine use

Full decision O/0264/25 470Kb