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In a recent decision by the Western Cape High Court, a wine producer was restrained from making, selling or exporting wine that incorporates the SWARTLAND trade mark. Small Capital panel expert, Megan Reimers, provides an overview of the case.
It is possible in South Africa to resolve co.za domain name disputes without going to court, and with the help of the South African Institute of Intellectual Property Law (SAIIPL). Small Capital panel expert, Megan Reimers, explains.
The much-anticipated Intellectual Property Rights from Publicly Financed Research and Development Act was finally passed in December 2008. Small Capital panel expert, Megan Reimers, explains some of the highlights of the Act.
Waterford Wine in Stellenbosch – a relatively small, but award-winning wine estate - has successfully defended its European Community trade mark application, which was opposed by Waterford Wedgwood, producer of the well-known WATERFORD glassware and Royal Doulton porcelain. Small Capital panel expert, Megan Reimers, explains.
The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) of South Africa has ruled that the image of “Aunt Caroline” on Tiger Brands' Aunt Caroline rice product is worthy of protection. Small Capital’s panel expert on intelletual property, Megan Reimers, offers this overview.
