Category: Trademarks In The News

With the implementation of BREXIT, EUTM trademark holders risk losing rights in the United Kingdom.

From Superman shirts to root beer rivalries, dad-themed trademarks have sparked some surprising legal battles. Here’s what every brand owner should know.

The Supreme Court found disparaging trademarks are capable of registration thus potentially paving the way for the Washington Redskins to keep their trademarks.

Trademark applications filed by third parties are currently delaying the Las Vegas Raiders’ trademark applications.

The NCAA aggressively protects its March Madness® trademark. Learn what uses are prohibited and why licensing is critical for businesses during tournament season.

Trademarking a political name like “TRUMP” or “OBAMA”? Without written consent, your application will likely be denied under Section 2(c) of the Lanham Act.

The Las Vegas Golden Knights’ trademark applications were denied due to conflicts with existing “Golden Knights” trademarks—highlighting key branding risks.

The Supreme Court will decide if banning ‘disparaging’ trademarks violates free speech, in a case that could impact the Redskins’ trademark rights.

A federal judge canceled the Redskins’ trademarks, ruling they “may disparage” Native Americans—rejecting Pro Football’s constitutional arguments.

Trademark applicants who appeal TTAB decisions to federal court must pay the USPTO’s legal fees—win or lose—per the Fourth Circuit’s Shammas ruling.

To claim trademark rights for services, actual service must be rendered—mere advertising or website listings aren’t enough, per the Playdom case ruling.