Gymshark fights off ‘GymBull’ TM based on pattern of parody
The fitness apparel brand has convinced the UKIPO to reject an application for the bad-faith mark, citing an Emirati businessman’s previous attempts to register ‘The South Face’, ‘Upper Armour’ and ‘Tommy’.
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