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14 May 2018

Design Rights

Design Infringer in Hot Water Registered Designs protect the look and style of a product – its aesthetic value – and can be very useful in industries where an integral part of the brand is how something looks.

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28 December 2017

The Zuru Example - 5 tips for making a splash with patent pro...

5 tips for making a splash with patent protection Kiwi firm Zuru made headlines this week for winning ~$18million in a patent infringement action in the US.

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21 November 2017

What will they think of next?

What will they think of next?  (October 2017) Patents provide a 20 year market monopoly in a product or process, which can be a significant commercial advantage.

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28 July 2017

Geographical Indications Registration

GEOGRAPHICAL INDICATIONS REGISTRATION New Zealand at long last has a Geographical Indications (GI) register – although only for Wines and Spirits.

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24 January 2017

Stop Fake Imports at the Border

Stop Fake Imports at the Border New Zealand Customs is stopping more counterfeit goods at the border, according to recent media reports:  http://www. stuff. co.

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13 October 2015

Performers Rights

Performers’ Rights in New Zealand The TPP is expected to introduce a number of changes to New Zealand’s copyright and other IP laws.

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