Trademarks In The News
USPTO Denies Warner Bros. Trademark Application for a Harry Potter Quote
The USPTO denied a trademark application for "I solemnly swear that I am up to no good" because it was not distinct enough to register a trademark.
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Trademark Protection
How to Protect the Name of Your Crowdfunded Product
To protect the brand name of a product you are launching through a crowdfunding platform, you should file a trademark application with the USPTO.
Proving Trademark Use In Commerce
How to respond to a refusal of the specimen in your trademark application
Learn how to handle a “Specimen Required” refusal at the USPTO’s Statement of Use stage and avoid invalidating your trademark application.
International Trademark Classes
Which International Classes Should I Include in My U.S. Trademark Application?
Drafting proper language to identify your goods and services and selecting the correct international classes is critical in a trademark application.
Trademark Protection
How to Protect Product Packaging using Copyrights, Design Patents, and Trade Dress
Can you protect your product design and packaging? Comparing trade dress, copyright and design patents. Stop competitors from stealing the design and look of your products.
Trademarks In The News
Creator of “Carlton Dance” Sues Over Use of Dance in Fortnite, NBA 2K
Alfonso Ribeiro sues Fortnite and NBA 2K creators, claiming they used his “Carlton Dance” without consent. But can a dance move be legally protected?
Trademark Protection
How to Protect Your Board Game Trademarks
Learn how board game designers can protect their names, logos, and brands with trademarks to avoid legal issues and ensure long-term success.
US Trademark Registration for Foreign Entities
How to Avoid a Madrid Protocol Trademark Registration Refusal in the United States
Learn how to avoid U.S. trademark refusals, abandonment, and renewal issues when filing through the Madrid Protocol as an international applicant.
Trademark Applications
Should a Holding Company Own My Trademark?
Should a holding company own your trademarks? Learn the benefits, risks, and key legal considerations to protect your brand and avoid costly mistakes.
Trademark Maintenance
How to Use, Maintain, and Protect a Trademark Registration
There are three critical items needed to properly care for and maintain a federally registered trademark.
Trademarks In The News
Who Owns L.A.? Why L.A. Gear’s Campaign to Monopolize the “L.A.” Trademark Will Likely Fail
LA Gear’s trademark attorneys have brought legal challenges against some high profile organizations, claiming an exclusive right to LA for apparel.
Trademarks In The News
Examining the Validity of the Trademark Application for IHOB filed by IHOP
The Los Angeles area based IHOP recently pulled a publicity stunt changing its name to IHOb, and, filing a trademark application for IHOb.