Legal & Institutional

Brand owners to get more flexibility in cross-border EU Trademark Infringement disputes

By 2023-06-20T09:36:00

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The latest ECJ ruling and what it means in practical terms for brand owners who intend to prosecute cross-border trademark infringements

A recent European Court of Justice (ECJ) judgment of April 27, 2023, has opened the door for brand owners to proceed in jurisdictions of their choice against trademark infringers within the EU/EEA. Yet, as is unfortunately often the case, such a court ruling requires some “translation” into simpler terms so that its contents and importance for brand owners can be understood by those who are not legal professionals. Our legal expert, Dr. Jochen M. Schaefer, brings you the key points. We explain the latest ECJ ruling, and what it means in practical terms for brand owners who intend to prosecute cross-border trademark infringements. Subscribe to SGI Europe to read the full article.

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