Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

JULY 30, 2022

Besides traditional trademarks that include device, brand, heading, label, name, there is a new category of modern marks that are protected in some countries which are known as non-traditional or unconventional trademarks. Types of Unconventional Trademarks. Challenges to Registration.

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Patent Trademark Blog

MARCH 28, 2023

Trademark reexamination: A new way of attacking registrations Back in the old days, you had to file a TTAB cancellation in order to cancel a trademark registration for lack of use. What if you simply wanted to cancel a trademark registration based on nonuse without going through all the expense and effort of litigation?

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JD Supra Law

APRIL 1, 2024

In the world of trademarks, specimens of use (or proof of use) play a crucial role in obtaining and maintaining a trademark registration with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”). the specific requirements for each type of specimen, and some practical tips to help you navigate the selection process.

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Garrigues Blog

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

The EUIPO Board of Appeal has declared the validity of a trademark containing the well known work of the graffiti artist Banksy ‘ Laugh Now But One Day We’ll Be In Charge ’, having deemed that it was not registered in bad faith. It concludes that the trademark has distinctive character and is not descriptive.

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Garrigues Blog

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

The EUIPO Board of Appeal has declared the validity of a trademark containing the well known work of the graffiti artist Banksy ‘ Laugh Now But One Day We’ll Be In Charge ’, having deemed that it was not registered in bad faith. It concludes that the trademark has distinctive character and is not descriptive.

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IP and Legal Filings

JUNE 9, 2022

Trademark, and design are two very crucial kinds of IPRs which provide a certain extent of protection at their levels. This blog states the key differences between the two which may help you to do the same. There are added benefits to each IPR that come along with their registration.

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Patent Trademark Blog

JANUARY 9, 2023

What does trademark allowance rate mean? With so many options for trademark filing services, how do you compare one trademark service to another? One way to determine a trademark attorney’s track record is to look at the trademark allowance rate. How does my trademark track record compare to others?

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Intepat

APRIL 10, 2022

Trademark Registration for MSME. Additionally, trademark registrations for MSMEs are relatively cost-effective, and it is a simple trademark process that can be done online. Trademarks help your business stand out from the crowd where many look-alike products exist. Every trademark is unique.

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U.S. Department of Commerce

AUGUST 9, 2021

Protecting our Trademark Customers with Federal Registration of USPTO Marks. Guest blog by David Gooder, Commissioner for Trademarks . These types of misleading solicitations and trademark filing scams are a growing problem, especially as we are seeing more sophisticated enterprises entering the space.

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Kashishipr

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Maintaining a Trademark Registration can indeed be challenging if you aren’t familiar with the Trademark Law. However, there exist some steps and guidelines you can take and follow to ensure your Registered Trademark remains protected and valid. Exclusive Trademark Rights for Trademark Owners in India.

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Patent Trademark Blog

MAY 9, 2023

Why register your trademark in a foreign country? While I’ve discussed how to file foreign trademark applications , let’s dig into the why question. That means a US trademark registration does not provide the trademark owner with rights outside the United States. IP rights are territorial.

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IP Tech Blog

MARCH 8, 2024

Over the past several months, we have seen an increase in notices from alleged trademark firms. I am writing to you on behalf of the legal department of [Trademark Firm]. We have received an application for the registration of the trademark “[ recipient company name ]”. We kindly request that you respond to us promptly.

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Kashishipr

MAY 25, 2021

A blog is like any other creative work of literature manifested in a different form. Due to creative and original use of expressions, blogs are deemed to be counted as private property for which Intellectual Property Rights (IPRs) can be sought. Copyright and Blogs. Therefore, it is always an option to copyright the entire blog.

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IP Watchdog

AUGUST 16, 2021

Recently, USPTO Commissioner for Trademarks David Gooder wrote on the USPTO Director’s Forum Blog that registrations for U.S. trademarks are up 63% from the same period in 2020. The USPTO received over 92,600 trademark applications in December 2020 alone. First Action Pendency (months) in Q1 of 2020 was 2.8

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Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

OCTOBER 4, 2023

The design was granted registration by the Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trademarks, Kolkata. The post Indian Navy Obtains Registration for New Mask Design appeared first on Biswajit Sarkar Blog. The post Indian Navy Obtains Registration for New Mask Design appeared first on Biswajit Sarkar Blog.

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Patent Trademark Blog

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

What are similar trademarks? Maybe it’s just me, but it sure seems like the USPTO has become more aggressive in refusing registration of trademarks. The reason has to do with registrations of similar marks. Ultimately, you would save a lot of time and money if you can navigate around this trademark landmine.

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Patent Trademark Blog

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

How do you register a logo trademark? Need to register a logo trademark? Here is a helpful resource on how to get started in registering a logo trademark with the USPTO. Need to trademark your logo? Want peace of mind knowing that your trademark application was filed properly with minimal risk of delay?

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Erik K Pelton

MAY 10, 2021

A portfolio of trademarks entails multiple brand names, logo, slogans, and/or other source indicators protected by a business. Many, or even most, businesses have more than one trademark that could be protected – different brands, or a good slogan or logo. What is your portfolio of trademarks and should you have one?

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Erik K Pelton

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

The following is an edited transcript of my video, 50 Ways to Use Your Trademark. Clients ask all the time, “Now that I’ve got my trademark protected or registered, how do I use it? There are many different places and ways to use your trademarks. I’ve got 50 Ways to Use Your Trademark. Where do I use it?”

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Patent Trademark Blog

JANUARY 26, 2023

Are there inexpensive ways to enforce trademarks? Yes, it is possible to enforce trademarks without much money. You can use a cost-effective strategy for registering and enforcing trademarks, but a reasonable investment will be required. In addition to reducing costs, saving time in trademark enforcement is a huge advantage.

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Patent Trademark Blog

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Let’s look at how you should protect and trademark your clothing lines. Contact US patent and trademark attorney Vic Lin at 949-223-9623 or email vlin@icaplaw.com to explore how we can register your clothing brand’s trademarks, patents and copyrights. But how do you show a trademark on clothing?

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Patent Trademark Blog

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

What can you do if your trademark application is opposed? It can be a bit disheartening to receive an opposition to your trademark application, especially after the USPTO had preliminarily approved your mark. You now need to make some tough decisions on whether or not to defend the trademark opposition.

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Patent Trademark Blog

JANUARY 4, 2024

Can you obtain a US registration for a foreign registered trademark? Many international trademark owners are familiar with the Madrid Protocol where you file your first trademark application in your home country. Need to register a foreign trademark in the US? What if the foreign trademark has not yet registered?

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Patent Trademark Blog

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Do you even need a trademark lawyer? Nowadays, there are so many options for filing a trademark application with the USPTO. Just like anything else on YouTube, you can even find do-it-yourself videos on filing trademark applications. With all this free advice readily avaiable, why do you even need to choose a trademark attorney?

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IP Tech Blog

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Is this the time we can really see a change in the fight against Chinese trademark squatters, or are we just adding burdens to legitimate right holders? The China National Intellectual Property Association (CNIPA) has recently published a draft amendment to the Chinese Trademark Law.

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The IPKat

MAY 11, 2022

The IP blogs were very active during the last week of April! The Kluwer Trademark Blog reported on the proposed independent EU regime for CIPs and other findings in a related article. Kluwer Copyright Blog has posted about the outcome of the Court of Justice of the European Union's decision in Case C-401/19 - Poland v.

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JD Supra Law

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

My previous blog post, “What are the Types of Trademarks,” explained the distinction between Trademarks, Service Marks, State Marks, Federal Marks, and Common Law Marks, which are common types of protection for marks in the United States. By: Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig PLLC

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Likelihood of Confusion

JULY 11, 2021

Republished by Blog Post Promoter. The post Uplifting blog post on trademark protection appeared first on LIKELIHOOD OF CONFUSION™. How to get that ® to rise above it all in Microsoft Word. Originally posted 2014-08-18 11:21:22.

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The IPKat

NOVEMBER 14, 2021

Come with this Kat for a stroll around this week’s posts from IP blogs. This is the question Miquel Peguera raises on Kluwer Copyright Blog, alongside his analysis of the topic. Apart from the discussion regarding copyright infringement, the validity of the registration is also being questioned.

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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!

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Patent Trademark Blog

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Do you need a registration in order to use a trademark? Unless a trademark application is based on a foreign registration , the applicant would be required to show usage of the applied-for mark on the relevant goods or services before the USPTO will issue a trademark registration.

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Trademark and Copyright Law Blog

JANUARY 3, 2024

As we ring in 2024, sip some champagne and make a resolution to check in on your trademark portfolio more often. Here are a few productive questions to ask: Do your registrations cover your reality? Or perhaps your business has expanded or evolved, and the scope of your registrations ignores some now-crucial products or services.

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Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Preparation/ Filing of Trademark Application (s/18 of the Trademarks Act, 1999). Description of the Trademark-. Date of Adoption of the Trademark. Date of Adoption of the Trademark. Examination of Trademark Application. In this stage, the Examiner in the Trademark Registry will examine the application.

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JD Supra Law

JULY 15, 2022

In this episode of The Briefing by the IP Law Blog, Scott Hervey and Josh Escovedo discuss Ohio State University's trademark registration for the word THE. By: Weintraub Tobin

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Kashishipr

DECEMBER 1, 2021

It is becoming increasingly vital that Registered Trademarks are used to maintain their validity and their ability to be enforced against third parties. Trademark cancellation actions can be filed by third parties and can prove to be extremely time-consuming, costly, and damaging to the brand. Why Does a Trademark Need to be Used?

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The IPKat

APRIL 3, 2022

It is always difficult to obtain registration for geographical names. Kluwer Trademark Blog recently considered the EU trade mark application for “Andorra” for classes 16, 34, 36, 41 and 44 filed by the Government of Andorra. Kluwer Patent Blog provided a helpful summary.

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The IPKat

JULY 30, 2021

Trade marks The Fashion Law Blog published a follow-up concerning the Puma vs Nike battle over Nike’s trade mark application for ‘footware’. Nike’s application for registration is also pending in several other countries, including Canada, Australia, and India.

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