43(B)log

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Simpson Strong-Tie Co. Simpson or MiTek), which the contractor/subcontractor is responsible for purchasing. MiTek’s product and part names are also descriptive, but MiTek often begins by assigning a MiTek connector in development the same name as the Simpson connector with which MiTek intends to compete. 2023 WL 8697700, No.

False Advertising 64

False Advertising Advertising Advertising Copyright 64

The TTABlog

MARCH 14, 2022

It provides that information marked "Attorneys' Eyes Only" may be viewed only by outside counsel for the parties (and by independent experts or consultants). The Board also has the power to enter sanctions "that extends from the Board's 'inherent authority to control the disposition of cases on its docket.'"

Designs 86

Designs Design Confidentiality Government 86

The TTABlog

JUNE 17, 2021

Finding that Petitioner failed to demonstrate its entitlement to maintain its genericness claim (f/k/a standing), the Board tossed out this petition for cancellation of two registrations for the mark ADVENTIST for religious publications, film production and distribution, educational services, and religious and missionary services.

Cease and Desist 52

Cease and Desist Registration Trademark Ownership 52

LexBlog IP

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

I start with MGM and Penn State, not because MGM’s registered trademark and Penn State’s common law one are at odds, but because they are two well-known acoustic, or sound (or auditory), marks that can help us understand those sounding off recently about such non-traditional trademarks.

Trademark 52

Trademark Registration Music Intellectual Property 52