Erik K Pelton

DECEMBER 20, 2022

The year saw many trademark stories in the news as backlogs continued at the USPTO even while application filing numbers dropped from their all time highs during the two previous years. Here are the biggest trademark stories of 2022 that we have been following at EMP&A. Celebrity trademark messes. Queen of Christmas.

Trademark 130

Trademark Non-Fungible Tokens All Rights Reserved False Advertising 130

IP Watchdog

JULY 10, 2022

The All England Lawn Tennis Club (the “Club”) has owned multiple registered trademarks for the famous Wimbledon name and other prominent signs for some time.

Trademark 113

Trademark Registering Trademarks Intellectual Property IP 113

Erik K Pelton

DECEMBER 31, 2021

Top Trademark Trends of 2021. 2021 was a busy year in the world of trademarks. The uncertainties of COVID in a second year couldn’t stop huge application filing numbers and many developments in the world of trademarks. Trademark scams continued to proliferate, despite some increased efforts to crack down.

Editing 147

Editing Non-Fungible Tokens Trademark All Rights Reserved 147

SpicyIP

JUNE 17, 2022

Revlon, however, has a more direct connection with India in the trademark sense. The Trade Marks Registry (TMR) lists Revlon and its related brands as ‘well-known’ trademarks in India since 1997. The commercial implications of being declared a well-known trademark are tremendous. v Sarita Manufacturing Co., 1997 PTC 394.

Trademark 126

Trademark Social Media Branding Brands 126

LexBlog IP

DECEMBER 19, 2023

‘Twas a day in December, when all through the blog, we were writing ‘bout trademarks, as if in a fog. When, what to our wondering eyes should appear, but holiday trademarks, so lovely and dear. The PTO said, as it reviewed the files, we’ve got holiday trademarks, we’ve got ‘em in piles! 6587218).

Trademark 52

Trademark Registration Registering Trademarks Service Mark 52

JD Supra Law

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Does federal trademark law reach conduct outside of the United States? which prompted us to revisit a related issue we explored in the fall 2016 edition of The Katten Kattwalk. The Supreme Court addressed this question recently in Abitron Austria v. Hetronic International, Inc., By: Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP

Trademark 68

Trademark Editing Trademark Law Law 68

IP and Legal Filings

AUGUST 4, 2022

Its parent organisation, The All England Lawn Tennis Club (further referred to as “the Club”) has previously trademarked the word ‘Wimbledon’ and also has trademarks has several other signs related to it such as the crossed rackets logo. However trademark for colours have very rarely been given especially in the UK.

Trademark 67

Trademark Branding Brands Branding 67

IPilogue

JULY 20, 2022

On June 8, 2022, Apple took a hit to its trademark portfolio when it lost another trademark battle with Swatch, the famous Swiss watchmaker, before the General Court of the European Union. Through its judgment , the General Court upheld lower court decisions revoking Apple’s rights in its THINK DIFFERENT trademarks. Background.

Trademark 81

Trademark Intellectual Property Public Domain IP 81

IP Watchdog

APRIL 4, 2023

The owner of the trademark for APPLE JAZZ has won his appeal from the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB), which dismissed his opposition to Apple, Inc.’s Apple filed Trademark Application No. s federal registration for APPLE MUSIC in 2016, along with an application to register APPLE JAZZ with the USPTO.

Trademark 73

Trademark Music Registration Government 73

Patently-O

OCTOBER 3, 2021

This is apparently the same process used in other recent trademark civil actions. Lee , 1:15CV405(JCC/IDD), 2016 WL 880367, at *2 (E.D. 8, 2016) (“The parties have agreed that. Booking.com B.V. Matal , 278 F. 3d 891, 900 (E.D. ”); Seacret Spa Intl. ”); Seacret Spa Intl. ”); Autodesk, Inc.

Trademark 131

Trademark Registration Advertising Advertising 131

Erik K Pelton

DECEMBER 28, 2020

And trademarks have been along for the ride. While there were not, in my opinion, any major court developments affecting trademark owners, there have been many other events and changes that have impacted the world of trademarks over the past 12 months. The year’s biggest story impacted trademarks in a few different ways.

Trademark 130

Trademark All Rights Reserved Registration Branding 130

Garrigues Blog

APRIL 23, 2024

The Supreme Court has confirmed that the use of another’s trademark to identify the prize in an advertising campaign constitutes an act of trademark infringement and ordered the infringer to pay compensation for damages. regarding the use of the ZARA trademark, as previously discussed here.

Trademark 52

Trademark Advertising Advertising Trademark Law 52

IP and Legal Filings

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

However, what would happen if business houses wanted to trademark the name of the god they worshipped? As a result, the rise of hypersensitivity to religion, religious texts, and religious symbols determines the jurisprudence around the utilisation of such marks under Indian trademark law, even if they are not strictly prohibited.

Trademark Law 87

Trademark Law Trademark Law Service Mark 87

Corsearch

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Name saturation is an existential challenge for every industry that harnesses trademark law to protect its brand. Read on as we explore how you can conquer the likelihood of confusion in your pharmaceutical trademarks. As more and more names are registered, fewer are available for use.

Trademark 59

Trademark Branding Brands Branding 59

IPilogue

MARCH 25, 2022

The reason this happened—and why you are reading about it on an IP blog—is because one of the largest roadblocks in confirming a new name was the presence of existing trademarks. those that file but do not use their trademarks). However, on September 3, 2020, McCauley trademarked the “Washington Red Wolves”.

Trademark 122

Trademark IP Blogging Law 122

Patently-O

OCTOBER 8, 2021

It is a generic term, and not a trademark – in Australia. ” UGG is a registered trademark in the USA, now owned by Deckers Outdoor Corp. .” ” UGG is a registered trademark in the USA, now owned by Deckers Outdoor Corp. Petition ].

Trademark 135

Trademark Registering Trademarks Licensing Design Patent 135

Kashishipr

JANUARY 12, 2022

Therefore, the prime role of such hashtags needs to be assessed in line with the Trademark Law to deduce whether they qualify for trademark protection. The trend of incentivizing hashtags as trademarks began way back in 2010, and since then, the filing of such Trademark Applications has spiked globally.

Trademark 105

Trademark Registration Registering Trademarks Social Media 105

JD Supra Law

MAY 12, 2023

After years of uncertainty, the USPTO has finally provided insight on how it views applications for cannabis-related marks, suggesting that the use of such marks will be heavily scrutinized. In 2016, National Concession Group, Inc. NCG) filed an application to register the mark “BAKKED” (Serial No. By: Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP

Trademark 98

Trademark Designs Design 98

SpicyIP

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Mem template from here While the Trademark Act provides for proprietors to protect their trademarks using evidence of prior use, goodwill etc which requires documentation dating back to the early days of the business, the Commercial Courts Act 2015 provides for strict deadlines with respect to filing documents. What is the Dispute?

Trademark 52

Trademark Intellectual Property Law Business 52

Corsearch

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Trademark infringement is the nightmare that keeps big brands up at night. In a world where maintaining a distinctive identity and protecting consumer trust is a constant battle, safeguarding your trademarks is crucial. What is trademark infringement? Let’s start with the basics; what is trademark infringement?

Branding 59

Branding Brands Branding Trademark 59

IP and Legal Filings

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Hence, it is no wonder that the battle for ownership of her trademark is also highly sought after. Barbie’s unique corporate identity, which includes its name, logo, and slogan, has always been carefully protected by trademarks thanks to Mattel’s vigilance.

Trademark 83

Trademark Branding Brands Branding 83

SpicyIP

MARCH 25, 2024

Sunanda Bharti on the Michelin Stars and its interaction was trademark laws. Image from here Mischief, Manifestation, and the Michelin Trademark! As an IP enthusiast, the author perceives this as a trademark matter. Bharti is a Professor of Law at Delhi University, and her previous posts can be accessed here. By Dr. (Prof.)

Trademark 45

Trademark Registering Trademarks Trademark Law Intellectual Property Law 45

43(B)log

JANUARY 4, 2023

A gift given to my daughter (the cat kindly agreed to stop sitting on it for 10 seconds to allow this picture to be taken): Some other vacation TM T-shirts: 2012 , 2014 , 2016.

Editing 72

Editing Trademark 72

SpicyIP

MAY 3, 2023

Image from here Readers may remember the recent guest post that highlighted the Trademark Registry’s notices deeming 98000 and 82000 trademark applications as abandoned. ” Unfortunately, this is not the first time the Indian trademark office has engaged in mass abandonment of applications, only to be reversed by the High Court.

Trademark 102

Trademark Reporting Contracts Registration 102

Garrigues Blog

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

A judgment from the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) clarifies the scope of third-party use of trademarks, taking into account the changes introduced in the European Directive on trademarks. regarding the use of the ZARA trademark. 2 of Madrid dismissed the lawsuit ( Judgment 87/2016, March 15 ).

Trademark 59

Trademark Trademark Law Advertising Advertising 59

SpicyIP

JANUARY 7, 2024

Geetan Luthra raised eyebrows regarding the uncanny defense relied on for justifying the use of the trademark ‘VBM’: that it stood for the Hindu gods Vishnu, Brahma, and Mahesh! In 2016, VBMIC obtained the registration of the ‘VBM’ device mark for medical equipment in India. Most fortunately, it didn’t last long.

Trademark 59

Trademark Registration Marketing Marketing 59

IP and Legal Filings

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Businesses may find it challenging to enforce trademark rights in online marketplaces because it can be challenging to locate infringers and hold them accountable. Effective trademark enforcement is essential in this situation for protecting the goodwill and financial interests of legitimate businesses.

Marketing 83

Marketing Marketing Trademark Registration 83

Indiana Intellectual Property Law

JANUARY 23, 2024

Trademark Office issued the following 178 trademark registrations to persons and businesses in Indiana in November 2023 based on applications filed by Indiana trademark attorneys: Reg. TRANSFORMING LIVES.

Registration 52

Registration Trademark Business 52

Selvam & Selvam Blog

JULY 28, 2023

the registered owner of the trademark “Chandrika,” in respect of goods covered in class 3, and M/S Mariyas Soaps and Chemicals, the registered owner of the trademark “Chandra” in respect of goods covered in class 3. Can the registered trademark owner seek relief based on passing off? Syed Mohideen v.

Trademark 52

Trademark Registering Trademarks Registration Marketing 52

Patently-O

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Frydman eventually registered the domain as a trademark — primarily in the travel related field. In 2016, France.com was pursuing a private trademark claim in a French-based court. Jean-Noel Frydman registered the domain back in 1994 and began using it to operate his commercial tourism business.

Government 128

Government Trademark Business Law 128

The TTABlog

AUGUST 22, 2023

Elgin, the Board’s membership now stands at twenty-seven (27) Administrative Trademark Judges. Prior Professional Experience : Trademark Examining Attorney; Assistant to the Assistant Commissioner for Trademarks; TTAB Staff Attorney; Education : B.A., The current roster is set forth below, beginning with Chief Judge Gerard F.

Trademark 52

Trademark Law Copyright 52

IP and Legal Filings

DECEMBER 23, 2023

Therefore, with the increasing presence of commercial enterprises on web, it becomes apparent that domain name may be subject to norms applicable to other intellectual property rights such as trademarks. Akash Arora [8] , the plaintiff was the proprietor of the well-known trademark “Yahoo” and corresponding domain name, “Yahoo.com”.

Trademark 52

Trademark Registration Trademark Law Business 52

LexBlog IP

JULY 7, 2022

IPNews® – NBC Universal has recently filed a trademark lawsuit against a company using the trademark “Dunder Mifflin” A company named Jay Kennette Media Group, LLC has apparently been using the Dunder Mifflin trademark on apparel since 2016.

Trademark 52

Trademark Registration Intellectual Property 52

IPilogue

OCTOBER 6, 2021

After many years and multiple attempts , the organizers of this spectacular funfair have finally trademarked the term “ Oktoberfest.”. The Uphill Battle of Trademarking the Term “Oktoberfest”. Since 2016, the City of Munich has put forward applications to trademark the term; and ever since 2016, their applications have been rejected.

Trademark 59

Trademark Intellectual Property Advertising Advertising 59

SpicyIP

MAY 10, 2023

Image from here On April 28, 2023, Justice Amit Bansal of the Delhi High Court passed three separate orders, all dealing with a similar issue- unclear, unreasoned orders from the Patent Office and the Trademark Registry (IP Offices) that rejected the patent/ trademark applications. Assistant Controller of Patents and Designs , N.V.

Trademark 126

Trademark Invention Patent Art 126

IP and Legal Filings

MAY 19, 2022

Trademark enables such companies to accomplish some major goals which lead to becoming successful organizations and instituting their name. The Controller General of Patents, Designs, and Trademarks (CGPDTM), who will also regulate their conduct and powers, will appoint a panel of “facilitators” to help administer the program.

Trademark 52

Trademark Government Branding Brands 52

IPilogue

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

Mascotte”), owns a portfolio of 160 trademark applications in the US connected to the “Yeezy” brand, Adidas solely owns all design rights to existing products, as well as previous and new colorways under the partnership. A licensing agreement between Mascotte and Adidas exists for the “Yeezy” trademarks.

Business 131

Business Contracts Branding Brands 131