232.11 MSCHGLPM

CH

Art. 42 Bundesgesetz vom 28. August 1992 über den Schutz von Marken und Herkunftsangaben (MSchG)

MSchG; 1. Titel: Marken; 3. Kapitel: Eintragung der Marken

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Art. 42 MSchG

Wer an einem Verwaltungsverfahren nach diesem Gesetz beteiligt ist und in der Schweiz keinen Wohnsitz oder Sitz hat, muss ein Zustellungsdomizil in der Schweiz bezeichnen, es sei denn, das Völkerrecht oder die zuständige ausländische Stelle gestatte der Behörde, Schriftstücke im betreffenden Staat direkt zuzustellen.

Das IGE ist befugt, gegenüber der zuständigen ausländischen Stelle zu erklären, dass im Bereich des geistigen Eigentums in der Schweiz die direkte Zustellung zulässig ist, sofern der Schweiz Gegenrecht gewährt wird.

← Art. 41 MSchG Bundesgesetz vom 28. August 1992 über den Schutz von Marken und Herkunftsangaben (MSchG) - Begriff Art. 43 MSchG →

Gerichtsentscheide zu dieser Bestimmung (11)

B-380/2020 (Art. 42 des Markenschutzgesetzes vom 28. August 1992 (MSchG, SR 232.11))

Somfy v. Comfy Trademark Dispute

This provision requires the designation of a Swiss domicile or representative for the purpose of receiving notifications.

B-3261/2020 (Art. 42 MSchG)

Trademark Opposition Dismissed for Lack of Proven Use in Retail Services

This provision was cited in the factual background regarding the requirement to designate a domestic representative or domiciliary agent, although not directly used in the dispositive orders for the final ruling.

B-3756/2015 (Art. 42 MSchG)

MOTOMA trademark denied protection due to likelihood of confusion

Specifically requires parties residing abroad to designate a delivery address in Switzerland in trademark matters.

B-7312/2008 (Art. 42 Abs. 1 MSchG)

Cyrillic vs. Latin Trademarks: No Likelihood of Confusion for Swiss Consumers

This provision requires anyone involved in trademark proceedings who does not have residence or a seat in Switzerland to appoint a representative established in Switzerland.

VPB 2007.775 (art. 42, al. 1 LPM)

WELLSTAR GREEN GOLD POWER FOOD (fig.) – Refusal for Beer confirmed

Specifies that a foreign party must appoint a representative in Switzerland to file an appeal.

VPB 2240-2007-0791 (art. 42, al. 1 LPM)

FLOORLINE: Refusal Confirmed for Flooring Products

Cited concerning the requirement for foreign entities without domicile or seat in Switzerland to use a representative for appeals.

VPB 05-2834-6199 (art. 42 LPM)

Trademark Opposition Dismissed as Moot After Defendant's Exclusion

Used to exclude the defendant from the opposition procedure.

VPB 444-2004-0192 (art. 42, al. 1 LPM)

K KORUS (fig.) vs. CORUS

This provision is the legal basis for granting the defendant a deadline to appoint a representative established in Switzerland and provide a power of attorney.

VPB 6042-2001-2764 (Art. 42 LPM)

Trademark Opposition: Foreign Entity Ordered to Appoint Swiss Representative

Cited to grant the defendant a deadline to appoint a representative in Switzerland and provide a power of attorney.

VPB 5952-2001-2614 (Art. 42 LPM)

Swiss Trademark Opposition: Representative Appointment Deadline

Applied to grant the defendant a deadline to appoint a representative established in Switzerland.

VPB iiii-11 (Art. 42, al. 1 LPM)

Federal Military Department Ordinance on Peace Promotion Service

Cited as the basis for the opposition's requirement to appoint a representative.