Legal dispute between Estée Lauder, Jo Loves, and Zara over the use of the name Jo Malone
19 March 2026
Legal dispute between Estée Lauder, Jo Loves, and Zara over the use of the name Jo Malone
The American cosmetics corporation Estée Lauder has filed a lawsuit against British perfumer Jo Malone, her brand Jo Loves, and the British division of the fashion retailer Zara. The dispute arose from the use of the wording “A creation by Jo Malone CBE, founder of Jo Loves” on perfume packaging, which appeared in a совмест collection of fragrances with Zara.
“The Dracula Paradox”: Time Limits in European Union Trademark Law
18 March 2026
“The Dracula Paradox”: Time Limits in European Union Trademark Law
A recent decision of the Court of Justice of the European Union in Lunapark v Hardeco has sparked lively discussion regarding time limitations in European Union trademark law. The case, known as the “Dracula paradox,” demonstrated that even prolonged inaction by a trademark owner does not always deprive them of the right to seek cessation of infringement.
New Approaches in EU Trademark Law Regarding Environmental (“Green”) Signs
17 March 2026
New Approaches in EU Trademark Law Regarding Environmental (“Green”) Signs
New approaches in EU trademark law regarding environmental (“green”) signs: why many such applications may be refused or declared invalid. There are two grounds for refusal of registration: descriptiveness and lack of distinctiveness.
Small Business Wins a 16-Year Court Battle Against a Hollywood Star
16 March 2026
Small Business Wins a 16-Year Court Battle Against a Hollywood Star
Australian fashion designer Katie Taylor, born Perry, has won a long-running legal battle against American pop singer Katy Perry over the use of the name as a trademark. The court dispute lasted nearly 16 years.
Grants for Ukrainians and Europeans are open again
6 February 2026
Grants for Ukrainians and Europeans are open again
Take advantage of them while they are still available. The system works on a first come, first served basis. We help our clients obtain these grants and submit the applications for registration.
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