29 June 2023TrademarksSarah Speight

Barbie maker seeks to block Burberry ‘BRBY’ mark

Mattel’s opposition comes just one month ahead of major film release | Toy maker argues likelihood of confusion, overlap of goods and dilution | UK fashion brand lists intended use of new mark on apparel.

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