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Mrz 30, 2011
Geetha Kandiah, KASS International Sdn Bhd, Malaysia

How Close is J.Estina to Festina?


Geetha Kandiah, KASS International Sdn Bhd, MalaysiaMany a time clients have enquired whether a trademark search is necessary before they apply for a trademark registration. And many a time we have responded with a “Yes, it is highly advisable as it will ascertain whether the application will be a smooth and successful process or whether there will be a rocky road ahead, resulting in a refused registration”. This case evidences that trademark searches are indeed necessary and that search results should be accompanied by a legal opinion from an experienced IP lawyer with regard to the similarity of the prior mark on the Register to the subject mark applied for. read more