Trade mark decision

BL Number

O/0472/25

Decision date

28 May 2025

Hearing Officer

Mrs E Fisher

Mark

REHAB., REHAB YOUR HAIR (Figurative), RYH REHAB YOUR HAIR, HAIR REHAB LDN (Figurative) & HAIR REHAB

Classes

03, 08, 11, 21, 26, 35, 41

Grounds

• Section 3(1) Descriptiveness / Distinctiveness - Devoid of character - slogans
• 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 - Customary in the language etc. - customary in the language
• Section 3(1) Descriptiveness / Distinctiveness - Customary in the language etc. - acquired distinctiveness
• 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 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) Distinctive Character of Earlier Trade Mark - Any unusual issues
• Sections 5(1), 5(2) and 5(3) Likelihood of Confusion - Marketing concepts / considerations
• Sections 5(1), 5(2) and 5(3) Dilution Cases - Reputation
• Revocation / Proof of Use - Dates - genuine use
• Procedural Issues - Consolidation
• Procedural Issues - Decisions in other jurisdictions

Full decision O/0472/25 630Kb