Category Trademark Law
The family name as a brand in separation and divorce
A guest article by attorney Manuel Kruppe In times of growing entrepreneurial responsibility and increasing visibility of personal brands, the protection of one's own name—especially in a family and business context—is becoming increasingly important....
Ensuring trademark protection without an EU headquarters: Strategies for companies
For companies outside the European Union, registering their trademark in the EU and Germany is often challenging. To ensure their trademark is protected, they must appoint a local representative. This article explains how...
Warning trademark
Non-compliance with trademark laws through unauthorized sales of branded products, no-name advertising with well-known slogans, or counterfeit trade constitutes a violation of trademark laws. These violations can lead to legal action such as cease-and-desist letters, as...
Herrnhuter Sterne GmbH warned by SKW Schwarz for imitation
The law firm SKW Schwarz is currently sending cease and desist letters on behalf of Herrnhuter Sterne GmbH. The affected clients are accused of selling Christmas lights in the shape of stars that are an imitation of the original Herrnhut Star...