The TTABlog

APRIL 24, 2024

88437933 (April 19, 2024) [not precedential] (Opinion by Judge Thomas L. The evidence submitted by Examining Attorney Robert Guliano "overwhelmingly" showed that Fumari and the media refer "descriptively to SPICED CHAI as one of Applicant’s tobacco flavors." Welch 2024. In re Fumari, Inc. Casagrande). TTABlogger comment: WYHA?

Social Media 62

Social Media Advertising Advertising Registration 62

The TTABlog

APRIL 22, 2024

91272724 (April 18, 2024) [not precedential] (Opinion by Judge Cheryl S. As to the strength of opposer's registered mark, two third-party registrations for non-food items were insufficient to dent the commercial strength of SUZY Q'S, and there was no evidence of use in the marketplace of SUZY or SUZY Q’S with cake. Welch 2024.

Branding 44

Branding Brands Branding Social Media 44

The TTABlog

APRIL 2, 2024

The Board dismissed this opposition to registration of a mark comprising the product configuration of boxes for storing board game components or dice, rejecting Opposer Chris Taylor's claims of de jure functionality and lack of acquired distinctiveness. 91255161 (March 29, 2024) [not precedential] (Opinion by Judge Elizabeth A.

Designs 57

Designs Design Social Media Registration 57

LexBlog IP

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

It includes many rules, several of them directed at the language of business in Quebec, and some regarding the use of French on both product packaging and signage/advertising. The Canadian Trademarks Office is experiencing significant delays and it is difficult to obtain a registration in less than 3 years.

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Registering Trademarks Advertising Advertising Social Media 52

LexBlog IP

MARCH 15, 2024

Throughout the twentieth century, many newspapers, advertisements, magazines, textbooks, and other reference materials used the term “red gold” to describe the gold-copper combination. Text of Solid 21 v Breitling, 22-366 (2d Cir March 14, 2024). From the decision: “Left untouched, pure gold is yellow.

Fair Use 52

Fair Use Social Media Trademark Advertising 52

Corsearch

MARCH 13, 2023

The copyright for one of the first depictions of Mickey Mouse will expire in 2024. Why Mickey Mouse is still protected The copyright on Steamboat Willie is set to expire in January 2024. So, why aren’t Disney concerned? Steamboat Willie, released in 1928, was the first story to feature beloved Disney character Mickey Mouse.

Public Domain 52

Public Domain Trademark Copyright Registering Trademarks 52

43(B)log

JANUARY 5, 2024

2024 WL 22039, No: 6:20-cv-2354-GAP-EJK (M.D. 2, 2024) Some interesting comments on when individual instances of “confusion” don’t count, as well as their relevance to evaluating out-of-court social media etc. registrations with graphical elements The “Florida Online School” mark included an image of a Florida panther.

Branding 59

Branding Brands Branding Marketing 59