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Registration of Intellectual Property Rights in Germany
Germany offers several types of intellectual property (IP) protection, including patents, utility models, trademarks, and designs. Each of these rights is registered through different procedures, with varying costs and legal requirements. 1. Patents (Patente) A [...]
Types of Patents in Natural and Engineering Sciences
1. Utility Patents a) Mechanical Engineering Utility patents in mechanical engineering protect new machines, devices, and manufacturing processes. Example: US Patent No. 6,000,000 covered an innovative way to assemble a bicycle chain more efficiently. Legal [...]
The Importance of Professional Preliminary Searches for Intellectual Property Rights
Before applying for any intellectual property (IP) protection, a professional preliminary search is crucial to assess the novelty, distinctiveness, and enforceability of the desired IP right. A thorough search minimizes the risk of rejection, infringement [...]
The process of registering an EU trademark (EUTM)
The process of registering an EU trademark (EUTM), from choosing a name to using the registered trademark, involves several steps: 1. Name Selection and Preliminary Research Brand Creation: The process begins with selecting a distinctive [...]
The process of applying for a Unitary Patent (UP)
The process of applying for a Unitary Patent (UP) under the European Patent System involves multiple steps: 1. File a European Patent Application Submission: The applicant must first file a European patent application at the [...]
German trademark, Unionmark, international trade mark
A national trade mark application at the DPMA provides protection in the Federal Republic of Germany. You can also obtain protection for a trade mark across Europe as a European Union Trade Mark or – [...]