Trademarks In The News
How the Washington Football Team Will Choose a New Name
As speculation about the new Washington Football Team continues, the NFL team will need to follow four steps to choose and protect the name they decide on.
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Articles by Josh Gerben, Esq.
Josh Gerben, Esq. is a nationally recognized trademark attorney and the founder of Gerben IP. Since launching the firm in 2008, he has overseen the registration of over 10,000 trademarks and handled over 1,500 trademark disputes. Josh's practice focuses on building and defending global trademark portfolios for clients. These clients include entrepreneurs, private equity-backed businesses, athletes, celebrities, and public companies. Frequently quoted by major media outlets like CNBC, CNN, The New York Times, and The Wall Street Journal, Josh is widely regarded as a leading authority in trademark law.
Trademarks In The News
WNBA Files Trademark Applications for “WUBBLE”
The WNBA has filed two trademark applications for “WUBBLE," which is the league’s version of the NBA’s "bubble."
Patents
How Long Does a Patent Last (Calculating the Term Length)
A common question asked is how long a patent lasts. Calculating the term (length) of a patent depends on multiple factors, including the type of patent as well as the maintenance schedule.
Trademarks In The News
How Under Armour Kept the Joel Embiid Logo Secret
Prior to the announcement of the new Joel Embiid sneaker line with Under Armour, the sportswear company had been trying to keep the new brand and logo secret
European Union Trademarks
What is the cost to register a trademark in the European Union?
Applications sent to the European Union Intellectual Property Office can be upwards of €850 euros, which is approximately $990 USD. These costs can increase or decrease depending on your preferred method of filing.
Trademarks In The News
New York Islanders File ‘THE BANK’ trademark for New Arena
The New York Islanders filed trademark applications for "THE BANK" and "FROM THE BARN TO THE BANK" following a deal for the naming rights of their new arena.
Trademark Infringement
How To Police and Enforce Trademark Rights
As a trademark owner, it is imperative you have a substantial enforcement program in place. These are specific steps you can take in order to monitor and police your mark.
General
A Comprehensive Guide to Starting a Law Firm
Starting a law firm is complicated. Attorney Josh Gerben discusses how he started his law firm and the items you should consider when hanging your shingle.
Trademarks In The News
Donald Trump’s Company Files for “TELERALLY” Trademark
The holding company for Donald Trump’s business-related trademarks, DTTM Operations, LLC, has filed a new trademark application for “TELERALLY.”
General
Law Firms That Received PPP Loans
The following list comprises the 14,310 law firms that received more than $150,000 in Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans.
Trademarks In The News
Yeezy, LLC Files Trademarks for “WEST DAY EVER” and New Logo
Kanye West’s company, Yeezy, LLC, filed two new trademark applications for clothing brands on June 26.
US Trademark Registration for Foreign Entities
Advantages of a U.S. Trademark Registration for Australian Businesses
As an Australian business owner, a U.S. trademark registration will protect you against infringement overseas. Read more for the full advantages of US trademark registration.