[Expert Column] Did You Update Your Logo? Your Trademark Might Be at Risk of Cancellation
Did you update your logo? Your trademark could be cancelled in Korea. Learn the “Identity Test” for non-use cancellation trials and how to protect your brand.
[Expert Column] “Too Different to Infringe?” The Narrow Scope of Design Rights in Korea (and Why You Should Still Register)
Is the scope of Korean design rights too narrow? A Supreme Court ruling says “Yes” for common items, but registering is still vital. Learn why.
[Expert Column] Can a “Poorly Written Description” Kill Your Patent?
Can a typo kill your patent? Yes. The Korean Supreme Court invalidated a silicon patent due to unclear measurement methods. Learn why high-quality drafting is essential.
[Expert Column] “LEGO” is for Toys, Not Pharma: The Supreme Court Ruling on Trademark Dilution
Can you use “LEGO” for medicine? The Korean Supreme Court says NO. Learn about the landmark ruling on trademark dilution (2020Hu11943) and what it means for brand protection.
[Expert Column] If I Register “English + Korean,” Can I Use Just the English?
Can you use only the English part of a registered English-Korean trademark in Korea? Yes. Learn about the Supreme Court ruling (2012Hu2463) regarding trademark use.
[Expert Column] Is Giving Away Counterfeits as “Free Promotional Gifts” Trademark Infringement?
Are giving away fake goods as free gifts considered trademark infringement in Korea? Yes. Learn about the Supreme Court ruling (2021Do2180) and how to protect your business.