Examination of Responses to a Provisional Refusal in Indonesia: Understanding the Different Types of Responses and Their Effectiveness
In the Trademark registration process in Indonesia, the issuance of a “Provisional Refusal” does not necessarily mark the end of the road. However, many applicants mistakenly assume that every response has an equal chance of overturning the examiner’s decision. In reality, not all responses are treated the same, and not all will be accepted. This…