In a recent trademark victory, "Sh U" LLC successfully defended its brand name "Central Office" against unauthorized use. "M T" LLC was found to have infringed upon the trademark by using it on their building without permission. Following an investigation by the Mongolian Intellectual Property Office (IPOM), "M T" LLC was found to be in violation of Article 8.5, Paragraph 1 of the Law on Infringement. As a result, the company was fined 3 million Mongolian Tögrög (MNT) and ordered to remove the infringing "Central Office" branding from their building. "M T" LLC attempted to appeal the decision, but the court upheld the original ruling. This confirms that "M T" LLC's use of "Central Office" constituted trademark infringement.

Intellectual Property Infringement: Documentary Filmmaker Fined

A Mongolian documentary filmmaker, "M," has successfully protected their intellectual property rights against unauthorized use. "M" LLC was found to have infringed on "M"'s copyright by incorporating footage from their 2001 documentary film, "HC," into their own film, "OST."

The State Inspector of the Mongolian Intellectual Property Office (IPOM) launched an investigation into the matter, finding that "MH" LLC had used "M"'s work without proper authorization. "MH" LLC was subsequently fined 5 million Mongolian Tögrög (MNT) for their infringement.

This case serves as a reminder of the importance of copyright protection in the film industry. Documentaries, like any other creative work, are protected by law, and unauthorized use can lead to significant legal consequences.

Source: www.ipom.gov.mn

This is why we advise our local clients to conduct thorough trademark searches (intellectual property rights) and seek professional guidance. By proactively protecting their rights and monitoring the marketplace, Mongolian brand owners can safeguard their intellectual property.

In recent years, Mongolian brands have become increasingly active in protecting their rights not only domestically but also in international markets such as China, South Korea, the USA, and European countries. Compared to a decade ago, there's a much greater emphasis on brand reputation, marketing, and advertising.