Third Party Observations in Malaysia Change Patent Examinations
By Aaina Kamillia Third-Party Observations (TPO) empower businesses, innovators, and individuals to ensure that only legitimate, novel, and inventive inventions receive patent protection. With the launch of our new Third-Party Observation Filing Service, you now have a powerful tool to challenge patent applications that fail to meet Malaysia’s legal standards for patentability. What is a […]
Intern Spotlight: Rafael Bonetta’s Journey from Muay Thai to KASS
Meet Rafael Bonetta, hailing from Freiburg im Breisgau, a charming city nestled in Germany’s scenic Black Forest. While Muay Thai is Rafael’s current passion, he also spent 10 years mastering the piano—talk about talent! He’s currently engrossed in The Wolf of Wall Street and has a deep appreciation for the timeless compositions of Ludwig van […]
ZAYA vs. ZARA: Trademark Opposition Case in Malaysia
By Zainal Amshah In a trademark opposition case in Malaysia that mirrored the classic David vs. Goliath narrative, Aset Juara Holdings Sdn Bhd (the Applicant), championing the mark “ZAYA”, faced off against the industry giant Industria De Diseno Textil, S.A. (Inditex, S.A.) and their iconic “ZARA” brand (the Opponent). The decision, delivered by the Learned […]
Intern Spotlight: Eloise’s Journey intersecting Law & Psychology
Meet Eloise, a dedicated and passionate student currently pursuing a double degree in Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Psychological Sciences at Swinburne University of Technology in Melbourne, Australia. Eloise’s academic journey is driven by a deep appreciation for the law’s role as a societal cornerstone and a fascination with the complexities of the human […]
Fan Art, Derivative Works, and Haikyu!!
By Pinravee Maranetra The world of fan art and derivative works is a vibrant and integral part of modern fandoms, particularly in the anime community. For a popular series like “Haikyu!!”, these creations play a significant role in fan engagement and community building. However, they also sit at a complex intersection of intellectual […]
Franchise Dispute: Dr. Premananthan v Permai Polyclinics
By Yeshanthan Nair Introduction The case of Dr. Premananthan a/l Vasuthevan v Permai Polyclinics Sdn Bhd revolves around the issue on unlawful termination of a management agreement entered between the Plaintiff, a medical doctor operating a private clinic, and the Defendant, a company providing management services to medical practices. However, the Plaintiff raised an argument […]
Alternative Meats and Patents: Driving Innovation in Food Systems
By Tiwaysyya Segaran In 2016, a company named Impossible Foods introduced a truly impossible food: a vegetarian burger that bleeds. Gimmicky as it was, the proof of the pudding, as they say, is in the eating, and people were amazed at how closely the vegetarian burger simulated a beef burger.
Franchise Violation Case: SP Multitech v Home Sdn Bhd
By Shevithra Selva Mohan In the franchise industry, one misstep can lead to big trouble, especially when it comes to breaching the franchise. For example, the case of SP MULTITECH INTELLIGENT HOMES SDN BHD v HOME SDN BHD, which involve an unlawful Franchise Agreement. When court ruled that failing to register a business as a […]
Unlawful Termination of Franchise Agreement: A Case Study & Legal Insights
By Shevithra Selva Mohan Introduction Unjustly ending a franchise agreement is a complex issue, often stirring up a whirlwind of accusations. This can include claims that the franchisor violated the terms of the agreement, infringed on the rights of the franchisee, and even suspicions of the franchisor acting in bad faith or with shady intentions. […]