Erik K Pelton

MARCH 5, 2024

Erik explains how a TTAB discovery conference works inside the process of a trademark opposition or cancellation proceeding. The post What is a TTAB Discovery Conference? Erik explains how a TTAB discovery conference works inside the process of a trademark opposition or cancellation proceeding.

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The TTABlog

APRIL 3, 2023

Section 2(a) - Deceptiveness: TTAB Affirms Two Refusals of "ROSE PETALS" for Supplements Not Containing Rose Petals Section 2(d) - Likelihood of Confusion: TTABlog Test: Is EVERWILD For Distilled Spirits Confusable With EVERCLEAR for Alcoholic Beverages? Yes] TTABlog Test: How Did These Three Section 2(d) Oppositions Turn Out?

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The TTABlog

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

In what appears to be a case of first impression at the TTAB, the Board granted a motion for a protective order excluding Professor Eben Moglen (Columbia Law School), petitioner's executive director, from taking or attending the discovery depositions of two witnesses, due to past harassment.

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The TTABlog

MARCH 27, 2023

In another step that will make TTAB proceedings as complicated and expensive as civil litigation, the TTAB has announced its implementation of a pilot program for holding a Final Pretrial Conference in selected cases. During the conference, the ATJ and IA will review with the parties their proposed FPC Order.

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The TTABlog

JUNE 30, 2023

TTAB Finds Supplements Related to CBD Cosmetics, But Not to Candles or Vape Pens TTABlog Test: Is EL BURRO BORRACHO Confusable WIth EL BURRO for Restaurant Services? TTAB Finds Supplements Related to CBD Cosmetics, But Not to Candles or Vape Pens TTABlog Test: Is EL BURRO BORRACHO Confusable WIth EL BURRO for Restaurant Services? [No]

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LexBlog IP

OCTOBER 27, 2021

Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB), the adjudicative body of the USPTO. Either party is also entitled to take discovery depositions of relevant witnesses, including third-parties. A party can object to any discovery request that it deems to be harassing or outside the scope of relevant issues of the proceeding.

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Patent Trademark Blog

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

What factors matter in choosing a trademark opposition attorney? A third party has filed an opposition with the TTAB to block the registration of your mark. What trademark opposition strategies increase the probability of an earlier settlement? You now need to lawyer up or give up. Should you hire a trademark filing service?

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