Legal Advisor! • 1y
I have my brand's trademark (TM) registered but didn't retain the lawyer/law firm for brand maintenance & protection. Well, we recently faced a similar matter. Here's the story: Recently, we helped a founder of Bangalore-based Chai Cafe Chain navigate a trademark crisis. Despite registering his mark two years ago, he received a cease and desist (legal notice) from a global coffee chain launching a similar product line in India. Key issues: 1. No international trademark monitoring 2. Unaware of "first to use" principle abroad 3. Inconsistent documentation of usage 4. Allowed similar local names Our action plan: 1. Gathered evidence of prior use & goodwill 2. Filed for international TM protection 3. Negotiated with the global chain Result: Co-Existence Agreement Key takeaways: •Registration isn't enough •Monitor globally •Document usage consistently •Enforce your rights Don't wait for a crisis, Get a thorough TM strategy in place. Remember: In TM, offence is the best defense.
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The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India • 1y
What's the Benefits of Trademark Registration! Registering a trademark in IP India and under the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) framework provides several important advantages for businesses and startups. Under the WIPO system and
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One of my startup clients recently faced a tough situation — after building their brand for 2 years, they found out someone else had already registered the trademark. They had to change their name, redesign everything, and lost the trust they had wo
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🌍 Thrilled to Be Part of a Global Vision I’m currently working with a dynamic startup focused on international business and exports, where we’re transforming uniquely Indian products into global success stories. 🔹 Identifying high-potential export
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