A guide to trade marks *

Ireland - October 12 2012
A trade mark is any mark used to distinguish the goods or services of one business from those of its competitors.

Co-authors: Brian Johnston, Deirdre Kilroy.

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Publication of the Irish Betting (Amendment) Bill 2012 *

Ireland - August 31 2012
The long awaited Irish Betting (Amendment) Bill 2012 (the Bill) was published last month by the Irish Minister for Finance, Mr Michael Noonan T.D.

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Publication of Betting (Amendment) Bill 2012 *

Ireland - July 30 2012
The Betting (Amendment) Bill 2012 (the Bill) was published on 19 July 2012 by the Minister for Finance, Mr Michael Noonan T.D.

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Pick your numbers now! The Irish Lottery 20 year licence is out to tender. *

Ireland - June 12 2012
The licence to operate Ireland's National Lottery will soon be up for sale.

Co-authors: Deirdre Kilroy.

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The battle of the breads *

Ireland - April 12 2012
A recent case taken by bakers McCambridge’s against Brennans’ bread highlights how brand packaging can sometimes unintentionally cross the line into passing off.

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