Trade mark decision

BL Number
O/0406/24
Decision date
3 May 2024
Hearing Officer
Ms S Wilson
Mark
Dark Sky Brewery
Classes
16, 21, 32, 35

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 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) Likelihood of Confusion - Decisions in other jurisdictions
  • Sections 5(1), 5(2) and 5(3) Dilution Cases - Reputation
  • Sections 5(1), 5(2) and 5(3) Dilution Cases - Link
  • Revocation / Proof of Use - Dates - genuine use
  • Revocation / Proof of Use - Partial revocation - arriving at a fair description of goods / services
  • Procedural Issues - Costs – litigants in person, actual, security for
  • Procedural Issues - Confidentiality

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