Expanding a business to a foreign market presents many opportunities and challenges. One critical aspect foreign company must navigate when expanding into the Philippines is trademark registration and protection. Trademarks serve as valuable assets for businesses, enabling them to distinguish their goods and services from competitors while building brand recognition. This article explores key trademark… Continue reading Trademark Considerations for Foreign Companies Expanding to the Philippines
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The Importance of Trademark Monitoring for Philippine Companies
In the ever-evolving landscape of business, intellectual property (IP) has become one of the most valuable assets for companies. In the Philippines, as in many other countries, trademarks protect a company’s brand identity. However, more than merely registering a trademark is required to ensure its continued protection. The ongoing trademark monitoring process is essential for… Continue reading The Importance of Trademark Monitoring for Philippine Companies
Section 1(a) Use-Based Trademark Application
A trademark is so essential for a business which helps to distinguish its products and services from other brands. In the Philippines, every trademark is registered in the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) to protect its marks from infringement by others. A trademark can be a name, a logo, a design, or a… Continue reading Section 1(a) Use-Based Trademark Application
What is a House Mark?
We all know that a trademark helps us to identify a brand without confusion with other brands producing similar goods. Also, no one can use the name, design, or quotes of your brand without your permission if you have registered a trademark. There are two types of marks that can be registered for your products… Continue reading What is a House Mark?
Understanding Trademark e-Filing: Simplifying Intellectual Property Protection in the Philippines
In today’s digital age, where technology has transformed various aspects of our lives, it comes as no surprise that even legal procedures have embraced the digital revolution. One such procedure is trademark e-filing, which has revolutionized the way businesses protect their intellectual property rights. In this blog post, we will delve into the concept of… Continue reading Understanding Trademark e-Filing: Simplifying Intellectual Property Protection in the Philippines
What Trademark Owners Should Know About the Metaverse and NFTs
The intellectual property implications must be considered as businesses investigate prospects in the digital sphere, particularly about trademark rights in computer-generated virtual reality environments and non-fungible tokens (NFTs). The Metaverse: What is it? The phrase “metaverse” is a portmanteau (combination) of the words “metaphysical” and “universe.” The world is included in a computer-generated virtual reality. It… Continue reading What Trademark Owners Should Know About the Metaverse and NFTs
How To Choose A Brand Name To Avoid Trademark Infringement?
No mere name. Choosing a name for your company entails more than just choosing what “fits” and building a brand around it. Instead, you must thoroughly compare your brand with other commercial brands, or you risk legal action for infringement of other firms’ trademarks. Choosing your company name is now a crucial step in avoiding… Continue reading How To Choose A Brand Name To Avoid Trademark Infringement?
In 3 Simple Steps, Register a Trademark in the Philippines
The Philippines is one of Asia’s fastest-growing economies, and foreign companies are doing everything they can to take advantage of its English-speaking workforce. At the same time, the middle class is rapidly expanding, and demand for imported goods is increasing. Companies are increasingly seeing the Philippines as a lucrative market for both offline and online… Continue reading In 3 Simple Steps, Register a Trademark in the Philippines
Can you refile a provisional patent application (PPA)?
You can “refile” a provisional patent application in the United States, although doing so is not encouraged due to the loss of your priority date for the original provisional application and the risk of losing part (or all) of your patent rights. While you cannot prolong a provisional patent application, you can file a second… Continue reading Can you refile a provisional patent application (PPA)?
Design patent or utility patent?
One of the most typical issues we get from new business owners is whether they should pursue a design or utility patent. While each concept is unique, some broad rules might assist you in selecting the best patent application. To start, firstly you must be clear about what is utility patent and Design patent. What… Continue reading Design patent or utility patent?