The Greenshoots Digest - issue #7
A summary of?the latest discussion, analysis and commentary on the issues relevant to those who own, invent or manage intellectual property (IP), from the IP specialists of Appleyard Lees.
Aldi’s success against Thatchers Cider Company Limited
In a much anticipated decision, the High Court has dismissed an infringement and passing off claim by Thatchers against Aldi, in relation to the appearance of Aldi’s cloudy lemon cider product.
Trainee trade mark attorney Claire Bothma discusses the background to this case, and why the judge ultimately came down in Aldi's favour.
Retained EU Plant Variety Rights holders in the UK require a UK agent before March 2024
The APHA have now started to send final letters to Retained EU Plant Variety Rights holders, indicating that if UK rights are to be retained, a UK address for service must be provided by 29 February 2024.
In this update, patent attorneys Rachel Mercer, Senior Associate, and Alice Smart, Associate, provide guidance on the actions rights holders need to take before the deadline.
The Greenshoots Podcast by Appleyard Lees – 46 – when should early-stage companies consider IP contracts?
In this episode, Appleyard Lees partner, trade mark attorney and solicitor?Chris Hoole, and head of commercial IP contracts?Amritjot Jethwa,?look at the different types of IP agreements and contracts that businesses should have in place, at each stage of their growth.