Passing Off A Brand
Imitation can be a sincere form of flattery. This Wetherspoon Public house pays tribute to the Two Ronnies.
If your business is an imitation then you need to understand the rules about passing off. The law related to passing off is designed to prevent one person from misrepresenting his or her goods or services as being the goods and services. Passing off is a common law tort that protects unregistered trade marks, goodwill & reputation.
If you believe your trademarks or brand are being Passed Off by others then common law protection is your main course of action.