Defensive trademark registrations are a critical tool for securing protection against piracy and preserving business opportunities for future lines of goods and services. By their …
Recent Developments in Trademark Prosecution in the PRC
This report provides updates on a range of encouraging developments relating to PRC trademark prosecution, including in particular: bad faith registration; the use of consent …
Defensive PRC Trademark Filings Recognized as Legitimate
Defensive registrations can be a critical tool for securing protection against piracy and preserving business opportunities for new lines of goods and services. This is …
CNIPA Issues Draft Trademark Examination Standards (bilingual)
On June 11, 2021, the China National IP Administration (CNIPA) issued a draft of its updated Trademark Examination and Review Standards (the “Standards”) for public comment. It …
