Trade marks: genuine use and distinctive character | Practical Law

Trade marks: genuine use and distinctive character | Practical Law

The High Court has held that use of the trade mark “PINK” on goods and as the name of stores infringed registered UK and Community trade marks under sections 10(2) and (3) of the Trade Marks Act 1994, and Articles 9(1)(b) and (c) of the Community Trade Mark Regulation (207/2009/EC).

Trade marks: genuine use and distinctive character

Practical Law UK Articles 3-581-8886 (Approx. 3 pages)

Trade marks: genuine use and distinctive character

by Bird & Bird LLP
Published on 25 Sep 2014
The High Court has held that use of the trade mark “PINK” on goods and as the name of stores infringed registered UK and Community trade marks under sections 10(2) and (3) of the Trade Marks Act 1994, and Articles 9(1)(b) and (c) of the Community Trade Mark Regulation (207/2009/EC).