Procedure of Trademark Application in South Korea: Guide to Protect IP in South Korea
David2024-08-20T04:19:30+00:00South Korea is a vital market for businesses looking to expand in Asia, and protecting your intellectual property (IP) is essential for maintaining a competitive edge. Understanding the procedure of trademark application in South Korea is crucial for businesses seeking to secure their brand in...
How Long Does It Take to Register Trademark in South Korea?
David2024-08-20T04:19:36+00:00Registering a trademark is a crucial step in protecting your brand in South Korea, but understanding the timeline involved is equally important. Businesses often ask, "How long does it take to register a trademark in South Korea?" This article provides a detailed overview of...
Korea Implemented a Mechanism for Trademark Partial Rejections and Re-Examinations
Galvin2024-05-15T10:20:41+00:00The amendments to the Korean Trademark Act published on February 3, 2022, officially went into effect on February 4, 2023. The addition of partial rejections and a re-examination mechanism, which will be accessible for applications submitted on or after February 4, 2023, are two of...
South Korea Trademarks have been pirated in China and Southeast Asia
Galvin2024-05-15T10:12:35+00:00According to South Korea's patent office, there have been numerous instances of Korean trademarks being claimed without authorization in China and Southeast Asia in order to take advantage of Korean enterprises' outstanding image. From 2019 to 2022, the Korean Intellectual Property Office (KIPO) examined 15,692 trademark filings...
Design patents now included in the Taiwan-South Korea Electronic Priority Document Exchange Program
Galvin2024-05-15T10:17:44+00:00The applicant must submit a certified copy of the patent application granted by a nation or WTO member where the patent application was submitted within 16 months of the earliest priority date, according to paragraph 2 of Article 2 of the Patent Act. To simplify...