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Searches can be of great
value in many areas: patents, trade marks, designs
and technical research.
Patent searches can provide
valuable information in the process of securing your
rights, and assess the potentially conflicting rights
of others. This can assist in determining what protection
you may secure for yourself and whether you are free
to proceed with your commercial plans.
Regular patent watches can
be conducted to keep you up to date with developments
in your field or with specific competitors' patenting
activities. This is of relevance to all categories
of intellectual property.
Before launching a new product
or brand it is usually worthwhile investigating whether
anyone else's rights could hinder your plans. We can
co-ordinate relevant searches and advise on their
relevance.
Trade mark searches can
also give valuable insight into competitors' brands
whether or not in current use.
Public databases of registered
rights are available (see our links page for some)
but it is advisable to have searches conducted by
experienced professionals.
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