Written by Igor Demcak
Founder & Trademark Attorney ·
Trademark oppositions in Slovakia are based on conflicts with earlier rights. The most common ground is likelihood of confusion. A likelihood of confusion occurs when a newly filed trademark is identical or confusingly similar to a previously registered mark.
Other, less common, grounds include: famous marks, earlier trade names, earlier rights in a designation of origin or geographical indication, etc.
Where the earlier mark on which the opposition is based has been registered for more than five years, the applicant can require the opponent to prove genuine use of that mark; if genuine use cannot be shown, the opposition fails on that basis.
Does the ÚPV SR publish trademark applications before registration?
How do I file an opposition against a trademark application at the ÚPV SR?
What is the Industrial Property Office of the Slovak Republic (ÚPV SR)
What is the difference between a Slovak national trademark and an EU trademark?
Do I need a Slovak national trademark if I already have an EU trademark?
What types of signs can be registered as a trademark in Slovakia?
Do I need to be based in Slovakia to register a trademark there?
What information do I need to file a trademark application with the ÚPV SR?
Does the fee for a Slovak trademark depend on the number of classes?
Do I need a legal representative to file a Slovak trademark application?
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