Trademarks In The News
Our Analysis of Penn State’s Happy Valley Trademark Refusal
Penn State’s trademark filing for HAPPY VALLEY was refused on March 11, 2019. Trademark attorney Josh Gerben provides his analysis on the refusal.
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Trademark Protection
How to Identify Your Company’s Trademarks
The majority of companies only protect names, logos and slogans with trademark filings. Other items such as trade dress should be more routinely considered.
Trademarks In The News
Rag & Bone Holdings Files a Trade Dress Application for the Number 44
President Obama wore a Rag & Bone jacket with a 44 on the sleeve to a UNC game. Two days after the game, Rag & Bone filed a trademark for "the number" 44.
International Trademark Registration
The Facts on Filing an International Trademark
You may be considering expanding your protections to other countries. Today, it is often a good idea to have a strategic international trademark plan.
Trademarks In The News
In-N-Out Sues Puma over “California Drive Thru Sneakers”
Puma has created a sneaker that appears to be a nod to In-N-Out restaurant. The restaurant chain has sued Puma alleging trade dress infringement.
US Trademark Registration for Foreign Entities
US Trademark Filing Guide for Foreign Businesses
Filing a trademark in the US from overseas? There are advantages to filing directly through a US trademark attorney and not using the Madrid Protocol.
United Kingdom Trademarks
5 Steps on Trademarking a Business Name in the UK
It’s smart to trademark your business name in the UK since it’s a common trading partner with the U.S. Consider these 5 steps when registering your trademark in the UK.
Trademark Registration
Checking the Status of Your Trademark Registration
The process to register a trademark can be lengthy. To ensure a smooth process, it is up to you to check the status of your trademark and follow-up as needed.
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The trademark search offered by our firm is a full federal, state and common law search. Many other trademark law firms do not offer such a complete search.
Trademarks In The News
Sister Jean Trademark Application Contains Critical Errors
The Loyola University of Chicago made a trademark filing for Sister Jean but we found two errors in the application that should result in an initial refusal.
Chinese Trademarks
Understanding the China Trademark Database Search
As a trademark owner, you’ve probably learned of the benefits of registering your trademark in China. Consider the following information when you conduct your China trademark database search.
Trademark Monitoring
Why Everyone Should Be Monitoring Their Trademark
Failing to monitor your trademark can weaken your rights. Learn why ongoing enforcement is essential to protecting your brand long after registration.