Protection of a well-known trademark in Turkey

This thesis examines the protection of well-known trademarks in Turkey. The thesis is structured into four main sections. The first section addresses the concept of trademarks in general. In this regard, topics such as the concept of trademarks, trademark rights, registration, repealed regulations, and functions are discussed. The second section focuses on well-known trademarks. It provides a comprehensive analysis under subheadings such as the concept of well-known status, the status of well-known trademarks in Turkey and internationally, and the criteria and determination of well-known status. The third section discusses the protection of well-known trademarks in Turkey as a relative ground for refusal of registration. The fourth section examines other legal means of protection, including unregistered protection, absolute grounds for refusal, invalidity, and processes for protection in cases of infringement.