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Can you please explain the following case law, and can you give example if there is a similar case law? 1. Robert, a 16-year-old electronic

Can you please explain the following case law, and can you give example if there is a similar case law?

1. Robert, a 16-year-old electronic prodigy, has invented a smart keyboard, which he has patented. He has signed a contract with Global Communications (GC) Ltd to produce and distribute the smart keyboards globally. Robert has now indicated that he wishes to cancel the contract with GC Ltd. He has failed to give any reasons for not wanting to go ahead.

Advise Global Communications (GC) Ltd as to whether it will be able to enforce the contract against Robert.Give reasons for your answer.

Paddy has recently opened up a shoe shop, where he manufactures and sells mainly plastic shoes for outdoor wear. He names his shop 'Trocs.'

2. The owners of 'Crocs' (a registered trade mark), a well-known global shoe manufacturing company, find out about Paddy's shop and threaten to bring legal action against Paddy, if he does not change the name of his shop.

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Advise Paddy as to the likelihood of success of the owners of the 'Crocs' trademark.

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