By Yasmine EDDAM
4 April 2025
html Have you checked that your creation meets the conditions of novelty and distinctiveness, and that it does not fall into any of the exclusions? That's fine. The next step in securing legal protection for the appearance of your product in France is to register your design officially. Unlike copyright, which arises automatically, specific design rights can only be acquired through registration, a formality that follows a well-defined filing procedure with the Institut National de la Propriété Industrielle (INPI). This administrative procedure is crucial. It is here that your rights take shape, giving them a definite date and making them enforceable against third parties. A well-prepared and correctly executed application maximises your chances of obtaining solid protection that is easy to defend. Conversely, an error or omission can weaken your rights, or even compromise your overall protection. This article...
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