An Inventor based in Nottinghamshire has settled opposition proceedings brought by Microsoft against her mark "Word Windows" by removing the letter "s" from the word "Windows".

The inventor can now proceed with her "Word Window" tool to aid children with dyslexia but has had to change all packaging for the product to reflect the new branding and remove all mentions of the original mark on her website and elsewhere.

Read - https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-northamptonshire-63158878

Settling trade mark disputes early where possible can avoid significant costs for your business, especially if you are a start-up. It also does not have to result in a complete change of name. Your brand is crucial to your business. It is your business identity whether you provide services or sell products.

Get in contact with me if you have any queries about trade marks or any other IP-related issues and I'll help you find the best solution for your business.

Email at yvonne.onomor@elys-ip.com or go to my website: https://elys-ip.com/