Category: Data Protection

Bankia and Banky Confusion Yep!

Thankfully common sense prevailed as the decision of OHIM’s Second Board of Appeal was overturned to the extent that it had upheld the opposition against the registration of “BANKIA” in respect of “real estate services” in Class 36!

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Bankia and Banky Confusion Yep!

Thankfully common sense prevailed as the decision of OHIM’s Second Board of Appeal was overturned to the extent that it had upheld the opposition against the registration of “BANKIA” in respect of “real estate services” in Class 36!

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Consumer protection and consumer rights

The Consumer Rights Act is due to come in to force by 1 October 2015. After the Competition and Market’s Authority (‘CMA’) reported we are all paying far too much for our energy bills, will the CRA come to Using unfair contractual terms or notices can have a number of consequences for your business. Most importantly, they will not be binding on a consumer. The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), Trading Standards and other regulatory bodies might apply for an injunction to prevent you from using a term in your T&Cs, even if no complaint has been received. Alternatively, a regulatory body might request an undertaking from you that the term will no longer be used. This poses a reputational risk for traders, as, in both instances, the CMA will publish details of any application for an injunction or undertaking that is accepted. consumer’s rescue?

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