Copyrights
IP:CON Belgrade 2025 / Beogradska konferencija o pravu intelektualne svojine
Sa zadovoljstvom najavljujemo drugu po redu konferenciju o pravu intelektualne svojine – IP:CON Belgrade 2025, koja okuplja stručnjake iz oblasti prava, kreativnih…
GI
Using GIs: How Much Flavour Is Enough?
Many products on the market today are protected by geographical indications (GIs). GIs serve as a mark of quality, assuring consumers of…
Copyrights
Why Seek Trademark Protection for Movie Titles or Characters if Copyright Already Applies?
In the entertainment industry, protecting creative assets isn’t just about legal rights—it’s about building a brand. While copyright automatically protects movies and…
Trademarks
“Black Friday” Trademark Controversy: Can A Shopping Phenomenon Be Owned?
Since 2016, the term “Black Friday” has been registered as a trademark in Germany, granting exclusive rights to a single company, Super…
Trademarks
Lessons Learned From Recent Case Law On Bad Faith Trademark Filings In Bosnia And Herzegovina
Introduction: Addressing Bad Faith Trademark Applications Unlike many neighboring countries, the Trademark Law of Bosnia and Herzegovina explicitly addresses bad faith trademark…
Trademarks
Changing Practices At The Croatian SIPO: A Noteworthy Trademark Decision
The Croatian State Intellectual Property Office (SIPO) has recently demonstrated a possible evolution in its approach to trademark assessments. In a significant…
Trademarks
Trademark Triumph: Landmark Profit Surrender Ruling In Serbia
Serbia’s 2020 Trademark Law introduced a novel provision to local law: the trademark holders have been explicitly empowered to claim profit surrender…
Trademarks
Understanding The Exhaustion Of Trademark Rights In The Western Balkans: A Detailed Overview
The concept of exhaustion of trademark rights is a nuanced aspect of intellectual property law that might seem counterintuitive to those unfamiliar…
Trademarks
Decoding The Sweet Distinctiveness Of Gummy Bears: A Breakdown Of The Latest EUIPO Decision
Taking a Closer Look at Rules set by EUTMR According to Article 4 of the EUTMR, an EU trademark may consist of…