Protecting Trademarks from Theft: New Rules for US Courts.
This new law strengthens the protection of trademarks, trade names, and commercial names in the U.S. It aims to prevent the recognition of rights to marks that were stolen or acquired through confiscation, unless the original owner has expressly consented. Citizens and businesses can feel more secure knowing their intellectual property is better protected against unfair use.
Key points
U.S. courts and executive branch entities will not recognize rights to trademarks that were stolen or came from confiscated businesses, unless the original owner consented.
Protection applies if the person or entity acquiring the rights knew about the theft or confiscation at the time of acquisition.
The act aims to prevent the legitimization of stolen trademark use in America.
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