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Katy Perry wins out against Australian clothing designer Katie Perry in trade mark dispute

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Katy Perry wins out against Australian clothing designer Katie Perry in trade mark dispute

“This case is an unfortunate one in the sense that two enterprising women in different countries each adopted their name as a trade mark at a time that each was unaware of the existence of the other.”

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“I was advised to ignore them” - what to do when faced with copyright demands

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“I was advised to ignore them” - what to do when faced with copyright demands

Receiving a letter of demand alleging copyright infringement can be daunting. However, allegations of infringement should not be ignored, so as not to be exposed to significant additional damages. A recent decision from the Federal Court highlights the importance of acknowledging such demands.

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A Burger with the Lot – ‘Big Jack’ is not deceptively similar to ‘Big Mac’

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A Burger with the Lot – ‘Big Jack’ is not deceptively similar to ‘Big Mac’

On Thursday 16 November 2023, the Federal Court handed down the decision McD Asia Pacific LLC v Hungry Jack’s Pty Ltd [2023] FCA 1412 (McD) where it was held the trade mark ‘BIG JACK’ and ‘MEGA JACK’ were not deceptively similar to McDonald’s registered trade marks ‘BIG MAC’ and ‘MEGA MAC’.

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Secure IP Rights overseas and obtain financial assistance with Australia’s EMDG grant scheme

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Secure IP Rights overseas and obtain financial assistance with Australia’s EMDG grant scheme

Are you considering taking your products and services global?

Australia’s Export Market Development Grant Scheme (EMDG) is a government financial assistance program that assists small and medium enterprises to start or expand their export business.

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Sladen Snippet - Launch date for the .au namespace!

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Sladen Snippet - Launch date for the .au namespace!

Every destination on the Internet – whether it be a news site, blog, online store or business portal – has a unique address, and that address falls under a domain name.

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The .au domain name is coming – are you ready?

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The .au domain name is coming – are you ready?

We Aussies like to shorten everything. So, it comes as no surprise that the Australian Domain Administration (auDA) has announced plans to make available a shortened Australian country domain by releasing a brand new second-level domain (2LD) for eligible Australian businesses – the highly anticipated <.au> namespace.

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Sladen Snippet - Free streamlined extensions of time available at IP Australia

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Sladen Snippet - Free streamlined extensions of time available at IP Australia

IP Australia is providing applicants with an opportunity to file a free streamlined extension of time of up to three months due to the COVID-19 disruptions.

Software Developers And Advertising Services Are High Performing Copyright Industries

Software Developers And Advertising Services Are High Performing Copyright Industries

A new report on the economic contribution of Australia’s copyright industries identifies software developers and advertising services as high performing copyright industries.

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Five frequently asked questions about copyright for authors and publishers

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Five frequently asked questions about copyright for authors and publishers

Whether you are a creative about to enter into a book deal or an editor looking to commission, acquire or licence an existing literary work for publication, an understanding of copyright is essential.

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Can I use that? Navigating third party permission clearances in publishing

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Can I use that? Navigating third party permission clearances in publishing

Writers and journalists who are looking to reproduce or adapt existing content in their own work should read up on the risks of using copyright-protected content without permission.

Choosing the Best Name for Your Business Trade Mark Series Part 1

Choosing the Best Name for Your Business Trade Mark Series Part 1

Naming your business or products can be a tricky and time consuming process. You want a name that represents who you are, and what you do but is also catchy and unique. Importantly, that name should also be one which can be protected by registering a trade mark. You can read why trade mark registration is so important here

Is Your Business Ready for New Data Notification Laws?

Is Your Business Ready for New Data Notification Laws?

Did you know that as of 22 February 2018, your business may be required to notify the Australian Information Commissioner if you experience a data breach?  Is your business ready?  Do have a data breach response plan in place?

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Secure IP rights overseas and obtain financial assistance with the Export Market Development Grant

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Secure IP rights overseas and obtain financial assistance with the Export Market Development Grant

Businesses exporting products around the world can now apply for the Export Market Development Grant (EMDG). Applications can be completed and submitted online up until 30 November 2017.

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Sladen Snippet - Registered Trade Marks Required for WET Rebate

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Sladen Snippet - Registered Trade Marks Required for WET Rebate

Further to our Sladen Snippet, we are reminding and encouraging businesses with interests in producing and selling wine (and who rely on the WET Rebate) to ensure they have properly secured trade mark registration.

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Sladen Snippet - New WET rebate eligibility criteria and cap reduction receives assent

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Sladen Snippet - New WET rebate eligibility criteria and cap reduction receives assent

As previously discussed in this forum, changes to the Wine Equalisation Tax (WET) Rebate eligibility criteria and cap reduction were announced in December 2016 by the Turnbull Government. These reforms received assent on 23 August 2017 and bring significant changes to the entitlement to the WET producer rebate.

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Sladen Snippet - New rules for clearly distinguishable advertising

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Sladen Snippet - New rules for clearly distinguishable advertising

In the digital age, brands are increasingly making use of innovative marketing and advertising such as native or integrated advertising, social media accounts, bloggers and Instagram influencers. These strategies have been shown to increase audience engagement and brand awareness, and are an effective use of a marketing budget.