Trade mark decision
- BL Number
- O/262/13
- Decision date
- 26 June 2013
- Hearing Officer
- Mrs J Pike
- Mark
- SOLID FLOOR
- Classes
- 02
Grounds
- Section 3(1) Descriptiveness / Distinctiveness - Devoid of character - word marks
- Section 3(1) Descriptiveness / Distinctiveness - Descriptiveness - forseeability
- Section 3(3) Immoral and Deceptive Marks - Deceptive as to nature, quality etc.
- Section 3(6) Bad Faith - No intention to use
- Section 3(6) Bad Faith - Knowledge of opponent's use in the UK
- 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 - Standard of proof (evidential issues)
Full decision O/262/13 590Kb