Critical Analysis of Likelihood of Confusion in Trademark Infringement Under Section 10(2)

Demonstrating Thorough Understanding of Legal Framework Regulating IP Rights

Demonstrate a thorough understanding and in-depth knowledge of the legal framework regulating IP rights at the national, European and international level, as well as critical awareness of the relevant academic and policy debate and subject-specific issues and solutions.

Demonstrate the critical analysis, legal research and communication skills which allow you to research, explain, contextualise and critically evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of the current legal protection of IP rights both in general and as it applies to specific problem scenarios.

What am I required to do in this assignment?

Answer the following:

Critically examine the requirement that there must exist “a likelihood of confusion on the part of the public” for there to be infringement of a registered trade mark under section 10(2) in the light of the judgments of the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) elaborating their “global appreciation approach” to this issue.

What do I need to do to pass? (Threshold Expectations from UIF) Demonstrate a solid understanding of the forces shaping IP law and relevant policies exercised at both the national and international level and of the strengths and limitations of the various protections and rights afforded.

Assignment number and title Assignment 2

Assignment type Coursework –Case Study

Weighting of assignment 60%

Size or length of assessment 3,500 words

Unit learning outcomes Demonstrate a thorough understanding and in-depth knowledge of the legal framework regulating IP rights at the national, European and international level, as well as critical awareness of the relevant academic and policy debate and subject-specific issues and solutions.

Demonstrate the critical analysis, legal research and communication skills which allow you to research, explain, contextualise and critically evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of the current legal  protection of IP rights both in general and as it applies to specific problem scenarios.

Present evidence of research from primary and secondary sources in a clear, concise and correct manner in order to support your legal

How do I produce high quality work that merits a good grade?

Please refer to marking grid below.

How does this assignment relate to what we are doing in scheduled sessions?

The assessment links to the materials from Week 1-6 of the Study Guide.

The sessions scheduled between week 1-6 will build on this knowledge allowing you to be more critical in your approach.

How will my assignment be marked?

Your assignment will be marked according to the threshold expectations and the criteria on the following page.

You can use them to evaluate your own work and consider your grade before you submit.