
Bed Bath ‘N’ Table v GRBA: When Similar Trade Marks Become Misleading
A recent High Court decision clarifies the distinction between trade mark infringement and misleading or deceptive conduct under Australian Consumer Law.

A recent High Court decision clarifies the distinction between trade mark infringement and misleading or deceptive conduct under Australian Consumer Law.

In December 2023, the Federal Court ordered Airbnb Ireland UC (Airbnb) to pay penalties of $15 million for admitting to false or misleading representations to Australian consumers about accommodation prices. Additionally, Airbnb has undertaken to pay up to $15 million in compensation to affected consumers.

The consumer watchdog has commenced legal action against eHarmony for alleged misleading and deceptive conduct.

The COVID-19 pandemic has led to government restrictions on public gatherings. These restrictions have impacted many events and as a result both businesses and consumers

It is important that all businesses remember their obligations when promoting or advertising goods and services during the current COVID-19 pandemic. Read on to find

In late 2017, the Federal Court of Australia heard the case of Moroccanoil Israel Ltd v Aldi Foods Pty Ltd – a matter which has highlighted a number of issues relating to intellectual property infringement and passing-off, which owners of private label brands can potentially face in the marketplace.
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