Learn from the Legal Landscape in 2023: UK and EU Trade Mark Updates

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M&S vs Aldi: The Battle of Gin Bottles: Uncover the nuances of the M&S vs Aldi case, spotlighting distinctive bottle designs featuring gold foils and LED lights.
Brands in focus: Explore case studies involving renowned brands such as M&S, Aldi, Virgin Aviation, Marriott Worldwide Corporation, and TikTok.
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Highlighted Cases:

Stitch Editing v. TikTok Information Technologies UK Ltd (Descriptiveness)
Steve Jobs Board of Appeal (Genuine Use)
Marriott Worldwide Corporation v. Delta Air Lines, Inc. (Agreements, Consent, and Licences)
Virgin Aviation™ Ltd. & Anr v. Alaska Airlines, Inc.
Marks and Spencer Plc v. Aldi Stores Ltd.

Topics Explored:

Descriptiveness
Genuine Use
Agreements/Consent/Licenses
Designs

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2023 Trade Mark and Design updates - UK and EU case law

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