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We represented Michael Jeffrey Jordan in an administrative dispute concerning the “Jordan” trademark series against Jordan Sports Co., Ltd. This case was recognized as the top intellectual…
Read moreJudicial Assessment of Genuine intent to Use in the Trademark Non-use case
1. Strict Standard for Evidence in Trademark Non-use Cases The term “Cancellation for Non-Use” pertains to a trademark cancellation case initiated by the registered trademark owner due…
Read moreUsing Trademark as Business Name: Trademark Infringement or Unfair Competition?
Case Background The plaintiff, Lanzhou Foci Company, is a joint-stock entity established in 1956 following the relocation of the original “Shanghai Foci Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.” to Lanzhou….
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Standardized Use of Trademarks from Trademark Cancellation Cases – Judicial Featured Article
The judges at the Beijing Intellectual Property Court demonstrate remarkable diligence in their work. In addition to managing a significant caseload, they remain committed to advancing both…
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Civil Liability Associated with Malicious Trademark Applications
In recent years, China has made significant strides in safeguarding the rights of trademark holders and fostering fair market competition by enhancing regulations against malicious trademark applications….
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Defending OEM against Trademark Non-use in China
The validity of trademark use in the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) process in relation to non-use cancellation has been a topic of considerable debate. This is primarily…
Read moreNotarization for Evidence in China IP Litigation
To achieve success in intellectual property (IP) infringement cases, it is crucial to establish the occurrence of infringement and to secure all pertinent evidence of such activities….
Read more Supreme Court Against Unjust Enrichment from Mass Litigations by Trademark Owner
The Supreme People’s Courtc of the People’s Republic of China (hereinafter referred to as “SPC”) in 2024 issued a ruling in the retrial phase of a trademark…
Read moreSANTAK Case: Trademark Abuse Actionable under Anti-Unfair Competition Law
Brand owners in China are increasingly concerned about the issue of trademark squatting, as they often find themselves caught in protracted opposition and invalidation proceedings. Even when…
Read moreHuatuo Case: Beijing High Court elaborated not well-known trademark for cross-class protection
The legal disputes between Huatuo Sinopharm and Guangdong Huatuo Pharm spanned over a decade, garnering significant attention within the Chinese traditional pharmaceutical industry. In 2024, the Beijing…
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