What is a Trademark?
This article discusses about use, function and ownership of trademarks under Philippine law.
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Why Should You Register Your Trademark?
This article discusses the many benefits of trademark registration, including, protection of business identity, access to legal remedies, and prevention of trademark infringement.
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How to Sue Someone before the IPO for Copying your Trademark
This is an article on how to sue someone before the Intellectual Property Office for copying your trademark or trademark infringement.
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Maintaining Your Trademark in the Philippines
The Philippine Intellectual Property Office (“IPO”) does not require proof of use in commerce in the processing of trademark applications. However, during the life of the trademark, the applicant or registrant must prove that it is using the mark in the Philippines. Thus, a notarized Declaration of Actual Use (“DAU”)
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How to Get a Trademark in the Philippines
Trademark applications are filed with the Philippine Intellectual Property Office (IPO). Filipinos or Filipino corporations may directly file their applications with the IPO. However, foreigners or foreign corporations have to appoint a local agent or representative in order to file applications with the IPO. Applying for a trademark is not like getting a business permit
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