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 (Council Regulation No 40/94, Art. 7(1)(b)) (see paras 29, 37

)

Subject of the case

Re:

ACTION against the decision of the Second Board of Appeal of OHIM of 14 August 2008 (Case R 728/2008-2), concerning an application for registration of the word sign THINKING AHEAD as a Community trade mark.

Information relating to the case

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Operative part

Operative part

The Court:

1. Dismisses the action;

2. Orders Apollo Group, Inc. to pay the costs.