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Lexicalisation Without Genericide: Spain's 'Donut' Ruling And The Portuguese Approach

The stronger a trademark becomes, the more it risks sliding into generic use. Diogo Antunes examines this paradox at the heart of brand success, analyzing how Spanish and Portuguese courts address the tension between...

European Union IP

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GG Thinks: Confidentiality Alone Is Not Enough To Protect Trade Secrets

Unlike patents or copyright, trade secrets rely on secrecy for both their value and their legal protection. Every company holds information it wants to keep confidential in order to maintain an edge over competitors.

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Gama Glória

Are You In A Rush? Learn About How To Accelerate The Examination Before The European Patent Office

Obtaining a European patent usually takes 3–5 years, but the European Patent Office offers ways to accelerate the process, such as fast-track programs and special procedures for international applications.

European Union IP

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Inventa

Does Portuguese Case Law Conform To The EU Regime On Secondary Meaning?

Portuguese courts have increasingly restricted the recognition of acquired distinctiveness for non-distinctive signs, diverging from the EU trademark framework.

European Union IP

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EU Sound Mark Applicants Should Listen Up

European Union IP

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Inventa

Partner Up: A Guide To IP Clauses In Co-development Agreements

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Inventa

UPC Court Of Appeal Grants PI In 17 UPC States On Basis Of Imminent Infringement, Reversing The Local Division's Decision

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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

WIPD 2025: Defending An Iconic Band's Trade Mark In Portugal

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Inventa

Platforms Pay The Price: Insights From Vítor Palmela Fidalgo

European Union IP

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World IP Day 2025: The Hidden Cost Of A Stream

European Union IP

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Inventa

Hitting The Right Note: Sound Trademarks At The EUIPO

European Union IP

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Inventa

[Blog] Augmentation De Taxes Officielles Pour Les Services De Propriété Industrielle Au Portugal

European Union IP

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Novagraaf Group

LD Lisbon, April 4, 2025, Cost Decision In PI Proceedings, UPC_CFI_697/2024

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Bardehle Pagenberg

The Distinctiveness Of Geographical Terms Under EU Trademark Law

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Inventa

How To Establish Your Business In Portugal

Worldwide Commercial

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Dixcart Group Limited

Capital Gains Tax Under The Portugal NHR Regime

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Dixcart Group Limited

Changes To The Social Security Contributory Code And Respective Regulations

Portugal Employment

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PLMJ

News Competition Law And Policy | 3rd Quarter 2025

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PLMJ

Portuguese Company Structure Types

Portugal Commercial

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Dixcart Group Limited

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GG Thinks: Confidentiality Alone Is Not Enough To Protect Trade Secrets

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World IP Day 2025: The Hidden Cost Of A Stream

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GG Thinks: Confidentiality Alone Is Not Enough To Protect Trade Secrets

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Lexicalisation Without Genericide: Spain's 'Donut' Ruling And The Portuguese Approach

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Does Portuguese Case Law Conform To The EU Regime On Secondary Meaning?

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EU Sound Mark Applicants Should Listen Up

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Hitting The Right Note: Sound Trademarks At The EUIPO

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[Blog] Augmentation De Taxes Officielles Pour Les Services De Propriété Industrielle Au Portugal

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