June 9, 2023

Bloomberg Speaks to Eric Perrott Regarding the Supreme Court’s Decision in Jack Daniel’s Trademark Case

The US Supreme Court recently ruled that the Rogers test, used to identify whether the unauthorized use of a trademark has artistic relevance, is not an applicable test when an alleged infringer is using another entity’s trademark as or within the infringer’s mark. This ruling comes from an appeal by Jack Daniel’s to be able to sue the owner of the spoof dog toys “Bad Spaniels,” for trademark infringement. Bloomberg and Eric Perrott discussed the effect the Supreme Court ruling will have on trademark law.

May 25, 2023

CNBC and Josh Gerben Discuss JPMorgan’s Trademark Filing for “IndexGPT”

Earlier this month, the financial institution filed a trademark application to protect a ChatGPT-like A.I. software that would be able to select investments for customers. CNBC discusses the implications of the trademark filing with Josh Gerben.

May 25, 2023

The Washington Post Speaks to Josh Gerben About the Washington Commanders’ Trademark Refusal

The USPTO recently refused the Washington Commanders’ trademark due to an existing registration for “Commanders Classic” an annual collegiate football game. The government agency also referenced a few pending trademark applications as another reason for the refusal. The Washington Post and Josh Gerben discussed how these refusals may affect the Commanders.

May 23, 2023

The Wall Street Journal Quotes Josh Gerben Regarding “Taco Tuesday Trademark Case

Taco Bell recently filed a Petition to Cancel existing trademark registrations for the phrase “Taco Tuesday.” The fast food chain believe that everyone should be able to celebrate and eat tacos, but the trademark owners plan to fight for the registration. The Wall Street Journal discussed the case with trademark attorney Josh Gerben.

May 22, 2023

Bloomberg Discusses the USPTO’s Proposed Fee Changes with Josh Gerben

In May 2023, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) announced its plans to raise trademark fees by November 2024. Bloomberg and Josh Gerben discuss the potential reasons for the proposed changes, as well as how they could affect trademark applicants.

May 16, 2023

CNN Speaks to Josh Gerben About Taco Bell’s Attempt to Invalidate the “TACO TUESDAY” Trademark Registration

Fast food company, Taco Bell has filed a Petition to Cancel the trademark registration for “TACO TUESDAY.” Taco Bell wants everyone to be able to use the phrase without worry of legal recourse from the trademark owner, a small restaurant chain called Taco John’s. CNN discussed Taco Bell’s Petition with trademark attorney Josh Gerben.

May 11, 2023

World Trademark Review Quotes Eric Perrott on Proposed USPTO Trademark Fee Changes

In the beginning of May, the United States Patent and Trademark Office quietly released information regarding its plan to increase some trademark fees. World Trademark Review spoke to Eric Perrott about the proposed fee changes and what they might mean for trademark applicants and owners.

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March 30, 2023

Business Insider and Josh Gerben Discuss Adidas’ Decision to Drop Its Opposition to BLM’s Trademark

Just a few days after Adidas filed a Notice of Opposition against Black Lives Matter’s trademark application for a three-stripe logo, the sportswear company has indicated that it will withdraw the court action. Business Insider and Josh Gerben discuss the decision to retract the complaint and what it may mean for other organizations facing similar filings from Adidas.

March 28, 2023

AdAge and Josh Gerben Discuss Adidas’ Opposition to a Black Lives Matter Trademark

Adidas has been very aggressive in the protecting of its three-stripe trademark. Most recently the sports apparel company has filed an Opposition with the USPTO to block the registration of a three-stripe logo for the Black Lives Matter organization. AdAge discussed this Opposition with trademark attorney Josh Gerben, who spotted the court action.

March 19, 2023

The Philadelphia Inquirer Speaks to Josh Gerben About the Phillies “BEDLAM AT THE BANK” Trademark Filing

The Philadelphia Phillies have filed trademark applications with the USPTO in order to protect the phrase “BEDLAM AT THE BANK.” This phrase was uttered by Phillies radio announcer, Scott Franzke, to describe the scene at Citizens Bank Park after Bryce Harper hit the home run that sent the Phillies to the 2022 World Series. The Philadelphia Inquirer discussed the trademark filing with Josh Gerben.

March 1, 2023

Business Insider Quotes Josh Gerben on Nike’s Trademark Enforcement Strategy

Nike has initiated quite a few trademark infringement lawsuits in recent years, as well as filing trade dress trademark applications to protect its iconic sneaker designs. Business Insider spoke to trademark attorney Josh Gerben about the brand’s trademark enforcement strategy.

February 15, 2023

Entrepreneur Discusses the “Meta” Trademark Infringement Lawsuit with Josh Gerben

Following its rebrand and subsequent trademark filings, Facebook’s parent company, Meta Platforms adopted a unique strategy in an attempt to ensure it has priority for Meta-related trademarks. Trademark attorney Josh Gerben spoke to Entrepreneur about the unusual strategy and what it may mean for the businesses suing the social media giant.

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