Trademark law blog
OLG Düsseldorf: Victory for Nike in trademark dispute with Adidas over stripe design
In a landmark ruling, the Düsseldorf Higher Regional Court (OLG) decided that not every side stripe pattern on sports pants infringes Adidas' trademark rights.
As a German to the USA: Visa, Greencard & Co
Visa options for Germans in the USA: A comprehensive overview For German citizens planning a stay in the USA, there are
Protect claims and slogans as a trademark
A claim or slogan registered in the trademark register prevents competitors from advertising with the same claim and confusing potential customers. The
Registering and using first names as a trademark - what is possible and what is not?
In the fashion industry in particular, first names are often used to designate individual models. Some fashion labels have protected these names
What is likelihood of confusion in trademark law?
The likelihood of confusion in trademark law The likelihood of confusion in trademark law plays a central role in the assessment of whether a younger trademark is the
Do mini fried sausages infringe the protected geographical indication for Nurembergers?
UPDATE: Meanwhile, Munich Regional Court I has ruled in favor of the bratwurst manufacturer. An exciting case is currently occupying the judiciary in Bavaria.