Registered design
A form of intellectual-property protection for the appearance, shape, pattern, configuration, or ornamentation of an article that has been registered under South African design law.
Definition
A registered design is different from a patent, copyright, or trade mark. The practical review should check the design registration details, filing and priority dates, drawings or representations, product use, novelty questions, alleged copying, renewal or term status, ownership records, licences, and whether urgent enforcement or clearance advice is needed.
Key takeaways
A form of intellectual-property protection for the appearance, shape, pattern, configuration, or ornamentation of an article that has been registered under South African design law.
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What does Registered design mean?
A form of intellectual-property protection for the appearance, shape, pattern, configuration, or ornamentation of an article that has been registered under South African design law.
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