A marketing strategist’s job is to come up with clever, attention-catching brand strategies and marketing campaigns to generate publicity. Although the International House of Pancake’s (IHOP) recent name-change stunt did just that, the trademark legal strategy behind the name for the Los Angeles-based company raises some questions. According to media reports, consumers’ interest [...]
Navigating the United States trademark filing system can be a daunting task for companies from the European Union or United Kingdom. This is because the information required by the United States Patent and Trademark Office is typically more stringent than the trademark offices in the EU and UK. The following article discusses three main issues [...]
Learn tips and tricks on how to choose a strong trademark in the snack-food industry.
Protect your trademark from cybersquatting by using the Uniform Dispute Resolution Policy ("UDRP")
The Los Angeles Times reported recently that Goldenvoice, the owners of the COACHELLA trademark, is not shy when it comes to enforcing its trademark ‘Coachella’ - it has filed trademark lawsuits against other companies who wish to host festivals whose marketing names end in ‘chella’.
As an entrepreneur, there are several factors to consider when preparing to launch your start-up. One of these factors, that is often overlooked, is how to use federal trademark law to protect your business as you build your brand.
The “five year” anniversary of a trademark registration is an important one. Your first renewal is due and, if you have been using the mark consistently, you are now eligible for “incontestability” status on your registration. While the word, “incontestability” elicits the impression of invincibility, this word is somewhat misleading as this status does not [...]
Now that the offensive ban has been deemed "unconstitutional," the floodgates are open for offensive trademark, including applications including offensive words used by the President of the United States.
In anticipation of a potential 2020 campaign, entrepreneurs have started making filing with the USPTO using Oprah's name. But under U.S. trademark law, they will almost certainty be rejected.
How do you file a trademark application? Should you hire an attorney? This article discusses the overview of the registration process and helpful tips about filing a trademark application with the United States Patent and Trademark Office.
Josh uses his extensive trademark knowledge and experience to provide readers with insight into a variety of trademark issues.
Eric's experience in office action responses, trademark protection, and a variety of other issues gives him a unique viewpoint in the field of trademark law.
