Trade mark decision

BL Number
O/291/13
Decision date
17 July 2013
Hearing Officer
Mr G Salthouse
Mark
SWOP SHOP
Classes
12

Grounds

  • Section 3(1) Graphical Representation - Is it a sign?
  • Section 3(1) Descriptiveness / Distinctiveness - Devoid of character - word marks
  • Section 3(1) Descriptiveness / Distinctiveness - Descriptiveness - other characteristic of goods or services
  • Section 3(1) Descriptiveness / Distinctiveness - Descriptiveness - forseeability
  • Section 3(1) Descriptiveness / Distinctiveness - Customary in the language etc. - trade name for goods or services
  • 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

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