
Right: the disputed logo
This piece cites another IPKat reader, Lee Curtis (Pinsent Masons, UK), who said the use was unlikely to constitute trade mark infringement because the blogger was not using the trade mark in the course of trade, adding that it was possible that the use might represent infringement of the copyright in the image itself. The IPKat notes that, while the appearance of the logo on a trade mark-related blog such as this one would be considered quite normal, since issues relating to the appearance, context and infringement of trade marks are discussed regularly, the appearance of the same logo on a post relating to immunity from negligence suits might cause the casual reader to assume that the post is discussing the negligence of the logo's owner. Merpel adds, the fair dealing provisions under copyright law would probably allow the illustration of the logo here, within the context of review or report of a news item, but not in the case of an article on immunity from negligence suits.



Right: another wannabe auditions for the TIPLO Singers
Click here for tickets. More importantly, recruits are anxiously sought for the newly-formed TIPLO Singers who will be performing under the vigorous baton of Anna Carboni. Please email Anna here if you'd like a wonderful opportunity to sing some lovely carols with IP-friendly alternative lyrics. Says the IPKat, the ability to keep a straight face may prove more useful than the possession of a fine singing voice ...
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