China's New Trademark Law: Key Considerations | Practical Law

China's New Trademark Law: Key Considerations | Practical Law

An Article setting out key considerations raised by the 2014 amendments to China's trademark law.

China's New Trademark Law: Key Considerations

Practical Law Legal Update 8-583-7585 (Approx. 2 pages)

China's New Trademark Law: Key Considerations

by Practical Law Intellectual Property & Technology
Published on 07 Oct 2014USA (National/Federal)
An Article setting out key considerations raised by the 2014 amendments to China's trademark law.
Did you know that significant amendments to China's trademark law went into effect in 2014? These changes affect important aspects of the trademark registration process, opposition proceedings and infringement liability. For example, the law sets new time limits for examination, creates protection for sound marks and addresses secondary liability for online infringement. US companies doing business in China and their counsel should review their Chinese trademark strategies to ensure that they take these changes into account.