Australia provides robust rights for a wide range of intellectual property. This is a major advantage for any business that is looking to sell, manufacture or distribute their products Down Under. Businesses and individuals can all benefit from trade marks and patents, but it’s also…
With Halloween around the corner, the team at Kings IP is delighted to present a selection of intriguing Halloween-themed patents. From surprise packages to pet costumes, these patents showcase invention with a touch of spookiness. Australian Patent AU4271999A Package surprise designed to contain objects The invention…
Patenting an invention is the best thing you can do to protect your ideas and make the most of new products. Since Australia’s patent system can be complex, many people choose to work with professional attorneys when filing applications. A patent attorney can simplify the…
Fashion designers strive to produce unique items of clothing that reflect their brand and will have an impact on the market. Often, such items have a new pattern, silhouette, or embellishment that makes them stand out. However, with the rise of fast fashion, it can…
Patent searching is vital before, during, and after the patent process. Patent searches tend to relate to three key aspects, 1) patentability, 2) infringement, and 3) watching. Each of these key aspects is important and can provide unique insights at different stages of an invention,…
Trade marks are some of the most important pieces of intellectual property you can own. Each trade mark represents a significant investment in development, goodwill and customer recognition. This makes them incredibly valuable to businesses of any size. Australia’s trade mark system provides robust protection…
Australia’s intellectual property laws make it simple to protect the distinctive parts of your business. Elements of your branding can have a major impact on the way customers perceive your products. But those distinctive elements include more than just branding and logos – products themselves…
Well, the answer may be no, if you have full ownership of the product without limitation. This view is supported by a High Court ruling in Calidad Pty Ltd v Seiko Epson Corporation. The latest research shows there are more than 6.92 billion smartphone users…
When asserting trade mark infringement under the Trade Marks Act, it is also common to assert breach of the Australian Consumer Law (ACL). In instances where an infringed trade mark is unregistered, an action may be bought solely under the ACL. Recently, the Pokémon Company…
Additive manufacturing, also known as 3D printing, has revolutionised the way people create customised products and component parts. However, this new technology has added a layer of murkiness when it comes to intellectual property (IP) rights, specifically certified design rights. In Australia, manufacturing objects using…
