Sep 22, 2026 | Distinctive Signs, News
Our partner Elisabetta Berti Arnoaldi Veli writes for Spot and Web on the legal dispute now before the EUIPO, following the opposition filed by the owner of the earlier trademark “Nazione Futura” – the Italian conservative think tank founded by...
Sep 9, 2026 | Copyright, Designs and models, Distinctive Signs, News
The protection of a private label does not begin when the product hits the shelves, but much earlier. From the name to the packaging, from trademark registration to managing relationships with agencies and co-packers, there are many elements that contribute to...
Sep 8, 2026 | Competition and antitrust law, Designs and models, Distinctive Signs, News
Sustainable fashion is no longer just a matter of values: it is increasingly becoming an area of clearly defined legal responsibility. France has recently introduced environmental penalties for major imported fast-fashion players: up to €9 for a pair of jeans, with...
Sep 1, 2026 | Advertising, Distinctive Signs
A brand is not merely a label but an identity that originates through a combination of elements which make it recognisable in the market: from the logo to the colours, from the typefaces to the packaging, from the layout of retail outlets to staff uniforms, right...
Jul 23, 2026 | Copyright, Distinctive Signs
Agentic AI is no longer just a futuristic prospect: its impact has already begun to transform the way businesses innovate, operate and make decisions. Our Francesca La Rocca Sena is convinced of this; in this in-depth article published by ICT Business, she highlights...
Jun 15, 2026 | Distinctive Signs
For The Way Magazine, our Francesca La Rocca Sena revisits one of the most topical issues facing the luxury industry: the legal implications of upcycling and the relationship between the circular economy and brand value. Taking the Chanel v Kamad ruling as her...