Keywords
Subject of the case
Operative part

Keywords

Community trade mark

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Definition and acquisition of the Community trade mark

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Absolute grounds for refusal

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Marks devoid of any distinctive character

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Three-dimensional mark (Council Regulation No 40/94, Art. 7(1)(b)) (see paras 25, 36, 40

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Subject of the case

Re:

ACTION brought against the decision of the Fourth Board of Appeal of OHIM of 13 June 2008 (Case R 943/2007-4), concerning an application for registration as a Community trade mark of a three-dimensional sign consisting of the representation of a small bell with a red ribbon.

Information relating to the case

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Operative part

Operative part

The Court:

1. Dismisses the action;

2. Orders Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli AG to pay the costs.