The Supreme Court has refused Aldi permission to appeal the Court of Appeal’s decision that it infringed Thatchers Cider Company (Thatchers) trade mark. This brings a decisive end to Thatchers’ successful legal battle against a supermarket lookalike.

When people hear the word ‘litigation’ they often picture a courtroom showdown. In reality, however, disputes rarely make it that far. The modern litigation process is designed to promote early settlement (even after proceedings are issued) and very few cases are actually decided in a Court or Tribunal.

When Sir Elton John accuses the government of “committing theft,” it’s not just a headline: it’s a warning. The copyright debate around artificial intelligence has hit a crescendo following the proposed protections in the Data (Use and Access) Bill.

Just as you wouldn't leave your home unlocked, you shouldn't leave your business' intellectual property unprotected. Safeguard your branding, reputation and marketing efforts to prevent unauthorised use and to ensure your hard work is secure.

The UK Intellectual Property Office (IPO) will soon be implementing six key changes to trade mark, designs and tribunal services following a public consultation in 2023. One of the key changes is in respect of series trade marks and the other is in respect of mediation meetings. This insight explains what the changes are and how they will affect your organisation. 

Today is World Intellectual Property (IP) Day; a day where we celebrate the role and importance of intellectual property in law and in society. It is organised by the World Intellectual Property Office (WIPO) and the topic this year is music.

On Amazon, a brand owner can complete a Report Infringement Form to notify Amazon of an alleged infringement. The Report is a straightforward process and requires a brand owner to provide evidence which will usually take the form of a trade mark certificate or a registered design certificate. Any notification of infringement should be taken seriously and seeking legal advice as soon as possible may identify that the brand owner has no actionable intellectual property rights against you. This can easily be overlooked but it is extremely important and this insight sets out how Tozers can help you.

Thoughtful registration of intellectual property lies at the heart of many a charitable success and we can advise about how to maximise the protection available to you. Even if trade mark registration has been completely overlooked, there are different ways forward. We can provide specialist advice to get the application right and avoid conflicts, saving you time and funds.

The recent finale of the BBC's hit show The Traitors has captivated audiences, becoming the most viewed final in the show's history. It first appeared on BBC One in November 2022 and is based on the TV show De Verraders (‘The Traitors’ in Dutch). As viewers were glued to their screens, witnessing the dramatic twists and turns, it also provided a unique opportunity to reflect on the broader implications of the show’s intellectual property (IP).

Trade mark practitioners have been closely watching the dispute between Skykick and Sky for its significant implications on trade mark law. On Wednesday 13 November the Supreme Court handed down its decision which brings some much-needed clarity to the complex legal landscape. We take a look at this judgement and what it means for trade mark law.

The Farmer’s Dog is the name of Jeremy Clarkson’s ‘Proper British Pub’ in Burford, located just a few miles from Diddly Squat Farm.

Navigating trade mark law can be a minefield and there are strict rules about what can and cannot be registered. Trade marks can be registered as word marks, logo marks and/or a combination of both and this insight breaks down what you can register and how Tozers can help you.