“Even if you have to discontinue using your trademark for reasons beyond your control, always prepare to resume use of the mark in the near future and keep a record of your express intent to do so.” ...

Brand owners in China should be aware of developments in trademark non-use cancellation examinations, says Shufang Zhang of CCPIT Patent and Trademark Law Office. In recent years, the number of ...

It is essential for rights holders to understand the rules and regulations involved in non-use cancellation attacks, particularly given the fast-moving legislative background. A firm grasp on the ...

Since the Supreme Court dropped the ‘registration defense’ for later-registered marks by an en banc ruling in early 2021, even the use of registered marks can infringe an earlier-registered mark in ...