Category: Trademarks In The News

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.

The Supreme Court ruled TTAB decisions can preclude later litigation if the usage of trademarks in both cases is materially the same.

Ahead of the Super Bowl, we explore how the Seattle Seahawks are protecting their brand through trademarks, licensing deals, and legal enforcement.

The Supreme Court weighs whether TTAB likelihood-of-confusion rulings can preclude re-litigation in federal court, with major implications for trademark law.

Facebook files a trademark for consumer drones, signaling plans to enter the UAV market and highlighting key strategies for brand protection in new industries.

Google seeks trademark protection for the word “Glass” in its wearable tech brand, facing USPTO scrutiny over prior marks and descriptiveness concerns.

Apple secured the “Apple Watch” trademark in Trinidad & Tobago months before launch, using clever trademark strategy to protect the name and maintain secrecy.

The ALS Association filed—then withdrew—trademark applications for “Ice Bucket Challenge” amid public backlash and legal questions over protecting a viral campaign.