From Common Word to Protected Brand: What the “SOCIAL” Case Teaches About Product Identity & Barcode Strategy
Introduction: When Identity Becomes an Asset In today’s competitive marketplace, businesses are not just selling products—they are selling recognizable identities. Whether through packaging labels, barcode numbers, or brand names, identity is what connects a product to its reputation. The legal battle involving the brand “SOCIAL” illustrates how even a commonly used word can become legally […]


