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"EL CABO" Character Name in TV Show Fails to Function as a Source Indicator for Entertainment Services

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Continuing our scintillating series of failure-to-function rulings, the Board affirmed a refusal to register the proposed mark EL CABO , in standard character and composite form (shown below), for entertainment services. television entertainment services." In re Caracol Televisión S.A. Serial Nos. Velcro, Inc.

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Trademark Symbols ®, ™, ? – An Overview

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For instance, during a televised American football broadcast, you may hear and see the following “ the NFL® is a registered trademark of the National Football League.” The “SM” (℠) symbol stands for service mark. It means that the trademark is used along with services.