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Latest Halloumi decision: the strength of inherent distinctiveness and PDO protection
Just a decade ago, Cypriot halloumi cheese was considered a niche food, but since then its popularity has soared throughout…
Read MoreMaking IP up? Five myths surrounding trade marks that could cost you your cosmetic brand…
Rosalyn Newsome, partner and trade mark attorney at Barker Brettell, discusses five common myths that, as head of the firm’s…
Read MoreEmpowered by solar
When I first became aware of solar panels they were powering calculators and the satellites circling the planet. Their common…
Read MoreWhy it’s positive to patent
There is a common misconception that patents only benefit their owner. A patent owner can prevent others commercially exploiting their…
Read MoreKnee replacements – one size fits all?
Arthritis is an extremely common condition in the UK. It causes joint pain, limits mobility, and can become so debilitating…
Read MoreCan an AI be an inventor?
As Artificial Intelligence (AI) machines become ever more capable, the way in which they are treated by existing law is…
Read MoreLewis Hamilton crashes out of the EUIPO
Lewis Hamilton has had a very successful 2020, recently matching Michael Schumacher’s tally of seven Formula 1 World Championships, making…
Read MoreNew Year brings IP changes, but patent process remains the same
As the New Year starts many of us think about setting new goals and making changes. One thing that hasn’t…
Read MoreBrexit and your IP rights – what you need to know from 1 January 2021
As we approach the end of the Brexit transition period, we revisit the key points to consider, to ensure the…
Read MoreBarker Brettell wishes you a safe and happy Christmas
We would like to take this opportunity to say a heartfelt thank you to all our clients, champions and fellow…
Read MoreWill 2021 be the year electric vehicles and V2G become mainstream?
It might seem an outlandish question, but asking “It’s 2020, where’s my flying car?” might actually get a positive response,…
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