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Amendments to Trademark Laws

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Dez 17, 2013 (Newsletter Issue 18/13)
Germany
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Design Law Soon Amended


Two amendments to the German law on designs will come into force on April 1, 2014. First of all, the name of the law will change from Geschmacksmustergesetz' into 'Designgesetz'. The official name 'Geschmacksmuster' will also change to 'Design' in order to comply with international conventions. The second amendment relates to the introduction of nullity proceedings before the Office. These proceedings will be less costly than court proceedings which have applied to date. However, it will still be possible to undertake court proceedings.

Source: Witte, Weller & Partner Patentanwälte, Germany