United Kingdom: Civil Law

Rebecca Field and Lee Curtis of HGF analyze the Court of Justice of the European Union's decision in the Faure Le Page case, examining whether using the year 1717 in a trade mark wrongly suggests heritage and prestige that could constitute grounds for invalidity. The discussion explores the legal considerations around deceptive trade marks and the implications for French trade mark registrations incorporating historical dates.

If your business has a commercial dispute with another company, it is important to know what dispute resolution methods are available to you.

When someone goes to court, their ability to understand and participate in their court case is crucial. But what happens if there are doubts about their mental capacity to engage in legal proceedings?