Legal status as of the publication date (19 March 2021). Later legislative changes may not be reflected in the text.
Given growing competition and the importance of standing out, registering a trademark is an ever-increasing trend in Slovakia as well. The Industrial Property Office of the Slovak Republic, which assesses registration applications, may refuse a registration not only because of the existence of, or similarity to, another already registered mark, but also because the chosen sign is not suitable for obtaining trademark status.
What specific examples of refusal might you encounter? When should you appeal against the decision, and by what means can distinctiveness be demonstrated?
You can read the full article on the Právne Noviny portal (pravnenoviny.sk) here.