In China’s Trademark Law, similar trademarks and similar goods are the criteria for identifying trademark infringements. Similar goods are the prerequisite for similar trademarks.
Malicious trademark registration has become the obstacle and risk faced by Chinese enterprises preparing to expand overseas market and it is important to be cautious.
Or it’s seemingly invincible IP team, which cannot tolerate even the slightest flaw in its achievements, remain determined to bring Chery Automobile Co., Ltd. (Chery) to its knees?
The rationale of this case has not only enriched the theoretical connotation determining distinctive get-ups of well-known products, but also provided guidance of skills and wisdom which can be useful
The court should make a comprehensive examination on all acts of the defendant and an overall evaluation of defendant’s subject intention so as not to be confused by the legitimacy of rights conflict.
In order to maximize their interests, trademark proprietors have become so bold as to go beyond the scope of the statutorily designated range of protection by using their trademarks.
The 5-year trademark dispute between sportswear giant Adidas and local brand Adivon has finally come to an end with a settlement in May 2013. Free riding phenomenon is not rare in China.
In December 2012, the 13th Session of the 11th National People’s Congress Standing Committee of the PRC preliminarily reviewed the draft revision of PRC Trademark Law
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