This update provides an overview of the legislative provisions and recent case law in regards to removing a trade mark from the register for non-use. The landmark 2010 decision in E&J Gallo Winery v Lion Nathan Australia Pty offers the first consideration of this aspect of trade mark law by the High Court of Australia… Read More
Read more“Green washing” in advertising, is a powerful marketing tool, enabling advertisers to tap into the growing consumer market for environmentally friendly products and services. In response to the increased proliferation of green marketing in recent years, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (‘ACCC’) is cracking down on unsubstantiated or misleading “green” claims. If your business… Read More
Read moreUnder the Australian Consumer Law, the ACCC has wide enforcement powers to combat ‘green washing’ claims. The ACCC has stepped up prosecutions in this area. This legal update looks at recent ACCC court actions on ‘green washing’ claims relating to false, misleading and deceptive representations [read more].
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