Resolving Disputes Between Trade Names and Trademarks in Vietnam: How to Proceed?
[vc_row triangle_shape="no"][vc_column][vc_column_text] Download Disputes between trademarks and trade names are commonplace and present considerable challenges for businesses. Establishing rights for trade names under Vietnamese law is relatively straightforward. If a trade name is shown to have been legally used in Vietnam and does not infringe upon existing trademarks, business names, or geographical indications, its rights are established. On the other hand, the process of revoking trade name rights can be intricate and challenging. The following dispute serves as an expensive lesson for foreign businesses engaging in commercial activities in Vietnam, particularly through franchising endeavors. It underscores the importance of understanding the local...
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