The basic principles of trade mark registration, including the UK registration procedure and the definition of a trade mark. The lecture explains the importance of the representation of the trade mark, what is meant by “capable of distinguishing”, and the role and significance of the specification of goods and services. Finally, the duration of protection is covered.
Lecturer: Peter Groves
Duration: 40 minutes
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