July 22, 2018

ESPN Quoted Josh Gerben About Vegas Golden Knights Settlement

Since last year, the Las Vegas Golden Knights have been engaged in a battle towards registering their eponymous trademarks. They have now come closer to reaching their goal as the hockey team entered into a co-existence agreement with U.S. Army that will satisfy the latter’s concerns as it relates to their Army’s parachute team, which is also called the Golden Knights. Josh Gerben was quoted by ESPN about the trademark’s outcome as a result of the agreement.

June 26, 2018

Josh Gerben was quoted by the Nikkei Asian Review regarding the Increase in Trademark Applications from China

It is been believed that an increase in trademark filings is due to subsidies that the Chinese government is offering those who achieve international trademark registrations. Josh Gerben was quoted by the Nikkei Asian Review regarding a possible reason behind the Chinese government subsidies.

June 4, 2018

Josh Gerben Quoted by NBC Sports, CBS Sports and Bleacher Report About Buffalo Bills Trademark Filing

The Buffalo Bills recently applied for a trademark to use the phrase “Respect the Process” on a variety of goods. Trademark attorney Josh Gerben pointed out that the Bills application could be blocked by Joel Embiid and was subsequently quoted by multiple media outlets.

May 31, 2018

Josh Gerben Ranks 6th in Top US Trademark Filers in 2018

Gerben IP is proud to announce that trademark attorney Josh Gerben has once again been named as one of the top 10 trademark filers in the United States. In its annual report on top trademark practitioners (called the WTR 1000), the World Trademark Review magazine listed Mr. Gerben as the #6 filer in the US, 3 spots higher than 2017’s rankings.

May 25, 2018

ESPN Quotes Josh Gerben on Vegas Golden Knights Trademark Update

With the Stanley Cup Finals now set, ESPN provided an update on the Las Vegas Golden Knights NHL hockey team’s progress towards registering their team name and logo. With the College of St. Rose not filing a formal opposition, and the U.S. Army looking towards co-existence, the Golden Knights are making positive steps towards finalizing their marks. ESPN quoted Josh Gerben regarding the Army’s case for opposing the Golden Knights’ marks.

May 22, 2018

Corporate Counsel Quoted Eric Perrott Regarding Increase in US Trademark Applications from China

Corporate Counsel recently covered the increase in US trademark registrations from Chinese applications for the past few months. They also discussed what ramifications US-based businesses and the USPTO can expect from this increase. Eric Perrott and Corporate Counsel discuss the increase in filings.

May 5, 2018

Wall Street Journal Quotes Josh Gerben on Fraudulent Chinese USPTO Trademarks

The USPTO is experiencing an large increase in the number trademark applications from China. Some of these applications have been proven to be fraudulent. The Wall Street Journal and Josh Gerben discuss if the increase can be attributed to cash subsidies being offered by local Chinese governments.

February 22, 2018

Josh Gerben Authored A Post About Trademarks for Security Firm Professionals

Josh Gerben wrote an article for Security Sales & Integration aimed toward security professionals that discusses what they need to consider regarding trademarks.

February 20, 2018

ESPN Quotes Josh Gerben on Philly Special Trademarks

ESPN has reported on the recent flurry of ‘Philly Special’ trademark filings. These applications hope to take advantage of the unconventional touchdown play that occurred during Super Bowl LII. Josh Gerben spoke to ESPN about the trademarks.

February 12, 2018

Philadelphia Inquirer Quotes Josh Gerben on Trick Play Trademarks

In the Philadelphia Eagles’ improbable win in Super Bowl LII., one of their touchdowns was gained based on quarterback Nick Foles’ trick play that has been named the ‘Philly Special’. Some individuals are looking to capitalize on the recent attention surrounding this term by applying for trademarks. The Philadelphia Inquirer quoted Josh Gerben regarding whether these applications have a chance of being approved.

February 9, 2018

Gerben IP Featured by Washington College of Law

The Washington College of Law (WCL) featured Gerben IP in a recent article, praising the firm’s success. WCL profiled Josh Gerben’s personal experience with the law school, and discussed the path he took towards opening his own practice.

January 8, 2018

Time Magazine Quotes Josh Gerben on Trump Trademarks

Time Magazine quoted Josh Gerben in an article about new trademark applications similar to Trump’s campaign slogan – and the lack of enforcement against them.

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