Passing Off Legal Concerns

Summary

Passing off involves misrepresenting goods or services as those of another, requiring proof of goodwill, misrepresentation, and damage. In Australia, if a competitor sells a product identical in appearance and name to yours, and you have established market recognition, you may have a strong case. Consider consulting with a local attorney to explore your legal options.

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Hi Tom! How can I assist you with your legal issue ****day?
I am in Australia, and I have a passing off conern
Hey Tom! Passing off is a form of misleading conduct where one party misrepresents their goods or services as those of another.
- You need **** prove goodwill or reputation in the mark.
- Misrepresentation by the defendant.
- Damage or potential damage caused by the misrepresentation.
Do you have evidence of the misrepresentation?
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Hey Tom, thanks for sharing your concern. Passing off can be complex. To help you better, could you provide more details about the misrepresentation you are experiencing? For example, how is the other party misrepresenting their goods or services as yours?
they have started selling a product which is identical **** ours in looks, and called it the same name, we have built significant market recognition over the past 3 years advertising this product and building its name
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Hey Tom, it sounds like you have a strong case. Here are the key points for a passing off claim:
- Goodwill: Your established market recognition over the past 3 years.
- Misrepresentation: Their identical product and use of the same name.
- Damage: Potential loss of sales and damage **** your brand.
Would you like **** connect with local lawyers **** discuss this further?