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Trademark Disclaimers: What They Are and Why They Matter
Have you filed a trademark application and received an Office Action from the Examining Attorney who reviewed it asking you to disclaim a portion of your trademark? This is an extremely common occurrence and this post is meant to clear up any confusion as to what that...
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How to Properly Use a Trademark
Failure to properly use your trademarks can lead to weakened trademark rights, and even the risk of losing trademark protection. Improper use, specifically when the mark is being used descriptively, can lead to what is known as “trademark genericide.” This occurs when...
LEGO Sues Toy Company For Trademark and Copyright Infringement
On May 22, 2020, LEGO A/S (“LEGO”) filed a complaint in Connecticut Federal Court against Florida based Laser Pegs Ventures LLC (“Laser Pegs”) for allegedly infringing its copyrights and trademarks. In its complaint, LEGO says Laser Pegs’ lighted construction toy...
LeBron’s Company Sued Over “More Than An Athlete” Trademark
Game Plan Inc., a Maryland based nonprofit organization focused on the development of America’s youth, has filed a lawsuit against NBA superstar LeBron James’ media company (Uninterrupted LLC), Nike Inc., ESPN and Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. for...
Chicago Bears File Trademark Applications for CLUB DUB
With the NFL regular season in its final week, the Chicago Bears have been quite the pleasant surprise for Chicago fans. The wins have been racking up and the Bears are in position to make some noise in the playoffs. With a first year head coach, a rejuvenated Bears...
Baker Mayfield Files Trademark Application for THE BAKER SPECIAL
It’s been a busy week blogging about NFL related trademarks, including recent filings of YOU VIKE THAT! and FITZMAGIC, but next up is THE BAKER SPECIAL courtesy of the NFL’s newest starting quarterback, Cleveland’s Baker Mayfield. It appears Mayfield’s...
Miami Dolphins CB Files for FITZMAGIC Trademark
For the first couple of weeks of the NFL season, Ryan Fitzpatrick has been one of the hottest quarterbacks in the league while he has been filling in for suspended starter Jameis Winston of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Fitzpatrick had been on such a tear, that numerous...
Minnesota Vikings Request Extension to Oppose Kirk Cousins’ Trademark
It looks like a starting NFL quarterback might also have to play some defense...
Amazon Brand Registry Trademark Tips
AMAZON BRAND REGISTRY TRADEMARK TIPS Amazon has proven itself to be the go-to...
Can I Trademark My Etsy Store?
Can I Trademark My Etsy Store? Yes! Just like any business name, you...
Is Your Breakfast Cereal Trademarked?
Did you know that the colors applied to a product or its packaging can...
Chicago Bears Lose to College Team – Go Bears Trademark
With the NFL season in full swing, the Chicago Bears ended up losing a bit...
Amazon Patent Controls Online Shopping
How many times have you been standing in a store in front of an item you want...
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