Etihad

IP Experience

Object to TM rejection citing international recognition, the submitted phrase was deemed a motivational slogan lacking distinctiveness under Iraqi trademark law, which does not permit slogans as registrable trademarks.

Object to TM Registrar’s acceptance for registration, arguing TM distinctiveness and prior use. Both TM share a similar appearance and concept, with minor lettering differences, increasing the likelihood of consumer confusion.

Object to TM registration citing similarities with their globally recognized TM in games and entertainment, potentially misleading consumers, especially children, with the client’s TM enjoying global recognition.

Represent in IP litigation for potential consumer confusion between two TMs with similar designs both single words in black rectangles, differing by one letter. The older TM, registered since 2018, holds market recognition, while the newer TM remains under registration.

Object to new TM registration, citing similarity to client’s TM under the same products. Both marks share a key word within a black rectangle, differing only slightly, which could confuse consumers. Client’s TM holds precedence and market recognition, while the new TM remains pending.

Opposite to TM application citing no similarity with the previously registered TM, comprising three segments in Arabic and English, differs in syllables, appearance, and theme from the single-segment TM focused on a natural product.

Appeal against TM application arguing no similarity with the registered TMs. However, it turne out a significant design and conceptual similarities, including shared elements and overlap in product class.

Object to TM appeal against a new TM application, citing similarities in design and concept with their registered TMs under the same product class. The shared key term and design elements could mislead consumers and cause confusion.

Opposite to TM registration, arguing the name was not misleading as alleged. TM laws confirmed no violation, as the name is a general descriptor, not country-specific, and is registered in other jurisdictions.

Object to new TM registration, citing potential consumer confusion with client’s globally recognized TM in children’s games. Analysis showed distinct differences in design, colors, and names between the marks, eliminating resemblance or risk of confusion.