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Three New Trademarks Filed for COVID-19
As the coronavirus outbreak shuts down the American economy, trademark filings related to the pandemic are starting to appear at the USPTO.
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Trademark Modernization Act of 2020: How Proposed Legislation Could Clear the Way for Your Trademark
The Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 could help businesses remove unused trademarks and reduce brand development risks through new USPTO proceedings.
Patents
How to Perform a Patent Search
The United States Patent & Trademark Office, or USPTO, recommends the 7-step strategy that can be followed when performing a patentability search. Read on to learn more.
US Trademark Registration for Foreign Entities
How Long Does it Take U.K.-Based Companies to Register a U.S. Trademark?
Depending on the method selected, it will take a UK-based business approximately twelve to eighteen months to file and register a trademark in the United States.
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Paris Hilton Files 9 Trademarks for “SLIVING”
Paris Hilton filed nine new trademark applications for “SLIVING” on March 5. The term, invented by Hilton in 2019, is combination of ‘slaying’ and ‘living.’
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Little League Baseball Files New Trademark for “LIVE YOUR SERIES”
Little League Baseball has filed a trademark application for "LIVE YOUR SERIES." It’s very likely that the trademark is for a new slogan for the organization.
Trademark Applications
Can I File My Own Trademark Application?
Yes, as long as you are an American citizen or a U.S. company, you can file your own trademark application. However, just because you can doesn’t mean you should.
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Dunkin’ Files New Trademarks for “IT’S TIME TO MAKE THE COFFEE”
Dunkin’ has filed two new trademark applications for “IT’S TIME TO MAKE THE COFFEE." The phrase is a nod to the popular marketing campaign of the ’80s and ’90s.
USPTO
USPTO Rule Change Subjects Trademark Applicants to Unwanted Emails
A recent USPTO rule change now requires trademark applicants to include an email address in their filings, subjecting them to unwanted marketing and scams.
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Foot Locker Files Trademarks for ‘WOOLWORTH’
Foot Locker has filed two new trademark applications for ‘WOOLWORTH,’ suggesting that the company is planning to relaunch the Woolworth retail brand.
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Shawn Carter Files New Trademarks for JAY Z
Shawn Carter has filed new trademark applications for his professional name, JAY Z, suggesting the rapper intends to offer furniture, cutlery, and plungers.
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Brexit: Impact on EU Trademark Filings and Registrations
As Brexit is now in effect, you may be wondering about the implications of your EU trademark registration. Read on to learn more about these implications.