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UCL claim could be based on lost opportunity to register trademark

43(B)log

Zamfir alleged that CasperLab’s officers and agents told him that they would register the Casper trademark on his behalf, so he didn’t register the Casper trademark himself. Instead, CasperLab filed two trademark applications to register the Casper mark in its own name.

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Registered Trademarks Does Not Mean Impunity from Priority Local Use Challenge

JD Supra Law

Federal trademark registration is the Holy Grail for companies, especially franchises, looking to expand their footprint and access a national audience. By: Stark & Stark

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How Do People End Up Losing Their Trademark Rights?

Kashishipr

What happens after you get your mark registered as a trademark? Your Trademark Application gets approved, and you receive your registration certificate. Don’t let that Trademark Registration certificate fool you. Furthermore, it will also never enforce your trademark rights on your behalf.

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Trademark Registrations: The Principal Register vs. Supplemental Register

Above the Fold

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) maintains two trademark Registers: the Principal Register and the Supplemental Register. As the chart below shows, these Registers share some important commonalties but also have key differences. Principal Register. Supplemental Register.

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Fortifying Your Brand: Dissuading Infringers through Trademark Registration

LexBlog IP

Essential Benefits of Trademark Registration – Part 6 This is the sixth in a series of posts about the benefits of having your trademark registered. A registered trademark serves as a deterrent to potential infringers. Minimizing Brand Confusion Brand confusion can erode consumer trust and loyalty.

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Be Aware as Trademark Email Scams Get More Sophisticated

IP Intelligence

As the new year gets underway, we want to flag the newest misleading trademark email scams, as these communications have become more advanced in their targeting. Recently, the fraudulent scammers have become more sophisticated with their solicitations by claiming to be attorneys or law firms with expertise in trademark law.

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A Comprehensive Guide on How to File Trademark Oppositions

Intepat

For both individuals and businesses, trademarks stand as valuable assets, offering protection for unique brands, logos, and slogans. However, there are instances where an individual perceives that a trademark application by another person infringes upon their rights or interests. What is Trademark Opposition?