Design rights protect the “look and feel” of a product.
Whilst seemingly easy to obtain, care should be exercised when deciding on representations to submit for a design application as these have bearing on the scope of design protection.
Furthermore, as design laws are generally less harmonised, it is of critical importance to consult with an experienced practitioner when seeking design protection in multiple jurisdictions to avoid compromising one’s design rights. Get in touch with us today!
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