What is the difference between trademark and a brand name?

As you maneuver through the world of Intellectual Property, you’ll see that there are certain terms that are discussed frequently. So often, people assume that brand and trademark are the same things. While they are certainly connected, there are factors that distinguish between the two.  How easy is it to register trademark in Vietnam The easiest way to explain is that a brand is a reputation that is developed over time. The marketplace...

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Incorporation of CPTPP Agreement Relating to Origin Rules into Vietnam Laws

The CPTPP Agreement took effect in Vietnam as of January 14th, 2019 including 11 founding countries including Australia, Brunei, Canada, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, Singapore, New Zealand, Peru and Vietnam. On January 22nd, 2019, the Vietnam Ministry of Industry and Trade issued Circular No. 03/2019/TT-BCT (Circular 03) regulating rules of origin of goods in the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) to...

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What are the steps to get a patent?

The best way to file a patent application is to be well prepared for your meeting with a patent attorney or agent who will prepare and file the patent application. Here are the steps that a savvy inventor takes prior to meeting with their patent attorney or agent:  Register patent in Vietnam 1.Pull together a list of names, residence addresses and citizenships for everyone who contributed to the technology being protected....

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How can I report a trademark infringement to the US Patent and Trademark Office?

Trademark law is a civil matter. So, if you see someone is infringing your trademark rights, your best option is to initially send them a cease and deist letter. If they don't respond or they refuse, your next course of action would usually be to initiate a lawsuit against them, to get them to stop the infringing activity. Trademark Infringement in Vietnam The USPTO does not directly deal with this matters. If, however, someone is trying...

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Is intellectual property really that important?

Intellectual property protection is extremely important. When it comes to protecting IP two areas of protection should be taken in account: 1) protecting your liability and 2) protecting your intellectual property (IP). Liabilities like the terms and conditions prevent claims initiated by people who use your website. The other liability known as privacy policy is legally required for websites that collect user data. Protecting your IP requires...

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Multimodal Transport Business Regulations in Vietnam

On October 16th, 2018, Vietnam Government issued Decree No. 144/2018/ND-CP amending, supplementing the decrees on multimodal transport. Under the law of Vietnam, multimodal transport (“MT”) is the transportation of goods performed with at least two different modes of transport under the multimodal transport contract from an original place to a place designated for delivery, the carrier is liable for the entire carriage. MT business includes: International...

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