Trademark Maintenance
How to Use, Maintain, and Protect a Trademark Registration
There are three critical items needed to properly care for and maintain a federally registered trademark.
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Trademarks In The News
Who Owns L.A.? Why L.A. Gear’s Campaign to Monopolize the “L.A.” Trademark Will Likely Fail
LA Gear’s trademark attorneys have brought legal challenges against some high profile organizations, claiming an exclusive right to LA for apparel.
Trademark Protection
Protecting the Name of Your Etsy Store
Learn how Etsy sellers can protect their store names with trademarks, prevent brand infringement, and grow their business beyond the marketplace.
Trademarks In The News
Nickelodeon Doubles Down on “Double Dare” Trademark Dispute
A trademark battle is brewing over the DOUBLE DARE brand.
Trademarks In The News
Examining the Validity of the Trademark Application for IHOB filed by IHOP
The Los Angeles area based IHOP recently pulled a publicity stunt changing its name to IHOb, and, filing a trademark application for IHOb.
US Trademark Registration for Foreign Entities
How to Register a Swedish Trademark in the United States
Tips for Swedish companies seeking U.S. trademarks, covering filings, common pitfalls, and strategies to protect brands in the U.S. market.
Trademarks In The News
How the Philadelphia Eagles Fumbled a ‘PHILLY SPECIAL’ Trademark Filing
The Eagles’ trademark bid for “Philly Special” faces setbacks due to filing delays, technical errors, and competing applications. Who really owns the phrase?
US Trademark Registration for Foreign Entities
Three Tips For European and UK Companies Filing U.S. Trademarks
The trademark application requirements in the United States can be significantly different from those in the European Union and United Kingdom.
Trademark Office Actions
What is a Notice of Suspension Due to Prior Pending Trademark Application?
Learn what a USPTO Notice of Suspension means, how prior pending applications affect your trademark, and steps to protect your registration.
Trademarks In The News
DJ Khaled Sues Company Over Trademark Applications that Use His Son’s Name
DJ Khaled filed a lawsuit in New York’s Southern District court over a company’s use of his son’s name and related trademark filings.
Trademark Maintenance
How to Properly Assign a Trademark to a New Business Entity
Transferring a trademark between owners is a nuanced process. To be done properly, the transfer requires an ‘Assignment of RIghts’ to be filed with the USPTO.
Trademark Protection
How to Choose a Strong Trademark in the Snack Food Industry
Selecting and registering a trademark for your snack food product helps protect your brand in a competitive industry.