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Albright IP Celebrates Continued Success In World Trademark Review Rankings
Cheltenham-based IP attorney firm, Albright IP, is celebrating the news that once again, two of its team are recognized amongst the world’s...
Intellectual Property for T-Level Technical Qualification in Science
Nothing makes IP lawyers feel more unloved than the overwhelming propensity of politicians, journalists, and indeed practically everyone else to...
Indefinite Patent Language
When a patent application is submitted, a patent examiner aims to raise objections. An easy objection is for indefinite patent language. But,...
Effective Strategies To Find Knockout Patent Prior Art
As mentioned in my previous article, one of the most productive uses of resources when opposing a European patent which has been granted is to...
Probability of winning an IP case – would you roll the dice?
I have always had a bit of a problem with the question “what’s the probability of success?”. Is this patent going to be granted? Are we going to...
M&S allegin’ design infringement – Aldi sparks new row
‘Tis the season to be jolly, but Marks and Spencer (M&S) is none too happy about Aldi’s two new gin product designs. Whilst Aldi’s Twitter...
The Danger Of Using Your Name As A Trade Mark
Registering your own name as a trade mark for your business may seem a good way to build up a reputation in your chosen industry. However,...
Trade Marks Newsflash – UAE to Join the Madrid System
There is some great news for clients wanting to protect their Trade Marks in the United Arab Emirates. It has been announced that the country...