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December 2005 - IT & Intellectual Property

Promotion without Protection - Risky Business!

A decision by the Federal Court of Australia in September 2005 to refuse an opposition to the registration of a trade mark highlights the importance of applying to register a trade mark as soon as possible, especially when preparing to introduce a new brand.

Quick and Easy Assessment of Unregistered Marks

If you are using a trade mark that is not registered or intend to use a new trade mark and are unsure whether that mark may be registered as a trade mark, IP Australia's new "Assisted Filing Service" (AFS) may be of interest.

Are your Registered Trade Marks Safe?

Even after your trade marks have been registered you are not safe!  Someone may still register a trade mark that you consider to be similar or identical to your trade marks. If this occurs, the value of your trade marks is likely to suffer.

Are Australians getting a “Fair Deal”?  Manufacturers, Retailers, Hirers and Consumers of Copying Equipment may all Infringe Copyright

The recent opening in Australia of an iTunes Music Store has again focused attention on Australia's copyright laws.

Newsletter Cc Dec2005.pdf

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