43(B)log

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

This was the first of USC Rossier’s online degree programs and went live in June 2009; 2U received an undisclosed percentage of the tuition revenue. From the 2009 rankings to the 2010 rankings, USC Rossier’s reported acceptance rate dropped 40 percentage points (from 50.7% to 10.5%), and its ranking rose 16 places (from #38 to #22).

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The IPKat

JUNE 11, 2022

It was also noted that this conclusion was reached by the BoA without deeming it necessary to assess whether sales figures for iMac computers since 2009 were sufficient to demonstrate genuine use of the marks. On 24 August 2018, the Cancellation Division revoked the contested marks in respect of all of the goods in Class 9.

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Copyright Lately

JULY 12, 2021

Baron Cohen argues that the use of his name and likeness in a cannabis advertisement (which he’d never agree to) would have commanded a much higher amount. In 2009, Woody Allen settled a right of publicity and Lanham Act lawsuit for $5 million after his likeness from “Annie Hall” was used on a billboard for American Apparel.

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SpicyIP

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

IP, trade, and Customs: As I trawled through the past posts, a 2009 post caught my attention: ‘twas Prof. Comparative Advertising: As I read this decade-old post on comparative advertising, centered around the SAFFOLA vs. FORTUNE battle, I thought of revisiting the two-decade conversation on this ever-relevant topic.

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The IPKat

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Furthermore, it was only after Italy claimed 'Prosecco' as a protected designation of origin that the EU declared the 'Prosecco' grape variety would be renamed as 'Glera' in 2009. Whilst not raised in the Court of Appeal, in the earlier proceedings, AGWI had sought to bolster its argument with research by academics at Monash University.

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Registration Advertising Advertising Law 135

The IPKat

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

According to the Court, the advertising and promotional activities for the marks relating to hotel and ancillary services constitute acts of use of an EU trade mark. For the most part, when looking for a hotel room, Merpel does not look for "standard" services. The EU trade mark was registered in 2011.

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SpicyIP

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Accepted & Advertised. Advertised before acceptance. Once the dataset was built, we segregated examination reports on basis of whether the mark was accepted or whether it was objected to. Exam Report Issued. Rectification Filed. Registered. Under Division.

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The TTABlog

MARCH 17, 2022

In 2009, Viacom let lapse its registration for DOUBLE DARE for production and distribution of a children's game show. Applicant Armstrong contended that Viacocm abandoned the DOUBLE DARE mark between 2009 and 2018, and so Armstrong filed its intent-to-use application in January 2018. Reruns followed.

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Television Social Media Trademark Registration 61

43(B)log

DECEMBER 7, 2023

17, 2023) Super-interesting holding that, while there’s no patent field preemption against bringing false patent marking claims under the Lanham Act, Dastar (as expansively interpreted to cover false advertising claims) does preclude such claims, possibly only because of party argument. Dismissed with leave to amend. 3d 1137 (9th Cir.

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

JUNE 4, 2024

Same thing with the Lori Drew prosecution from 2009). However, if you’re an old-timer like me, you’ll recognize how this exact argument was tried–and failed–in Noah v. AOL from 2003, a case I still include in my Internet Law casebook.

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43(B)log

JULY 1, 2022

Lanham Act false advertising: Failing to delete email and voicemail accounts is not “commercial advertising or promotion.” Omissions and inactions of this sort do not constitute either ordinary advertising or “a systematic communicative endeavor to persuade possible customers to buy the seller’s product.” John Daly Enters.,

Advertising 59

Advertising Advertising False Advertising Public Use 59

The IPKat

NOVEMBER 23, 2024

Her first worldwide tour in 2009 included four shows performed in Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne, and she sold "KATY PERRY" branded apparel and merchandise at these concerts. Her management team set up a web-store by 24 September 2008 to advertise and sell such merchandise.

Cease and Desist 71

Cease and Desist Registration Branding Brands 71

TorrentFreak

JULY 21, 2022

Founded in 2009 and based in Sweden, Epidemic Sound has a library of more than 35,000 music soundtracks and 90,000 sound effects. Epidemic says Meta is generating revenue on the back of this infringement but thus far, Meta hasn’t obtained a license or shared any portion of its advertising revenue with the music company.

Music 142

Music Copyright Infringement Licensing Copyright 142

SpicyIP

JULY 22, 2024

1375/DELNP/2009), which was refused by the patent office under Section 3(b) as it could potentially be used for unauthorised printing of currency and securities. If a domestic law thereafter prohibits the sale, use, etc., of that invention, the invention should be made subject to that, but that stage comes much later.

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Invention Patent Patent Application Government 109

LexBlog IP

JULY 5, 2023

On 28 June 2023, Coimisiún na Meán ( CnaM ) launched a consultation on the designation of video-sharing platform services ( VSPSs ) under the Online Safety and Media Regulation Act 2022 (the OSMR ), amending the Broadcasting Act 2009. It also requires Member States to ensure that VSPSs comply with advertising standards.

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Likelihood of Confusion

SEPTEMBER 28, 2024

Originally posted 2009-01-22 13:31:48. Republished by Blog Post Promoter Working from home today after a bruising few weeks at work (see yesterday’s post!), I finally figured out what was going on with banner ads on my Internet browsing. It raises an interesting question about Internet-related copyright and trademark law.

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LexBlog IP

DECEMBER 11, 2023

15/2009 on Tobacco Control, Cabinet Decision No. 15/2009 on Tobacco Control: Article 1: The law defines “Tobacco Products” as anything made from tobacco leaves, whether it is the whole leaf, chopped pieces, or mixed with other substances. Strict regulations on tobacco and vaping advertisements. Federal Law No.

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43(B)log

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

ThermoLife’s website also advertises its “Patented Nitrate Technology.” (DE But a factfinder could conclude that “the challenged advertising statements are material in that the statements involve inherent qualities or characteristics of the CRTN-3 product that could influence a consumer’s decision to purchase the product.”

Patent 45

Patent Advertising Advertising Licensing 45

The TTABlog

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

As to the second factor, the evidence included advertising for Applicant’s product stating that the "hex pattern" is a means of keeping the polishing pad cooler when polishing surfaces. Buff and Shine claimed use of the proposed mark since at least 2009, but it offered no "look for" advertising directing consumer attention to the design.

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Designs Design Advertising Advertising 56

43(B)log

SEPTEMBER 26, 2021

No decision I have found fully addresses what standing limits there are on Article I courts; the Court of Federal Claims applies Art. III standing requirements despite being an Article I court, e.g., Weeks Marine, Inc. United States, 575 F.3d 3d 1352, 1359 (Fed. Apparently there is a dispute over whether Art. III applies in bankruptcy court.)

Law 83

Law Art False Advertising Advertising 83

IP and Legal Filings

JUNE 12, 2023

sought an interim injunction against Hindustan Coco-Cola for infringement of their copyright on ‘Yeh Dil Maange More’ which was used by Hindustan Coco-Cola as ‘Kyo Dil Maange No More’ in their advertisement. Vipul Amrutlal Shah (2009) and MRF Limited v. Hindustan Coca Cola Ltd, wherein the Pepsi Co. s commercial.

Copyright Law 95

Copyright Law Copyright Law Copyright Infringement 95

IP and Legal Filings

AUGUST 22, 2022

In 2009, there was a draft revision to the media law which was circulated. The circulars were released by the competent authority regarding the clarification of rules on advertisements to use a non-vague language and the restrictions on how to advertise health-related products and drugs.

Social Media 52

Social Media Publishing Law Government 52

IP and Legal Filings

JANUARY 5, 2023

The plaintiff has made various efforts to make their trademark famous like advertising and has hosted various sports and cultural events including international cricket matches. The plaintiff by these advertisements has gained a big market all over the world. COURT’S DECISION.

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The IP Law Blog

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

The Ninth Circuit noted that courts should consider a number of factors, including “direct consumer testimony; survey evidence; exclusivity, manner and length of use of a mark; amount and manner of advertising; amount of sales and number of customers; established place in the market; and proof of intentional copying by the defendant.”

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Copying Marketing Marketing Advertising 98

SpicyIP

MAY 10, 2023

1055/DELNP/2009 for the invention –“Process Device with Density Measurement” and the subsequent rejection order (dt July 7, 2017) passed by the Controller. The T hree Orders Now, let’s look at the three cases in hand. Rosemount Inc.

Trademark 126

Trademark Invention Patent Art 126

LexBlog IP

MARCH 15, 2024

Throughout the twentieth century, many newspapers, advertisements, magazines, textbooks, and other reference materials used the term “red gold” to describe the gold-copper combination. From the decision: “Left untouched, pure gold is yellow. ” Plaintiff alleged that it has used the mark RED GOLD on watches since 1989.

Fair Use 52

Fair Use Social Media Trademark Advertising 52

43(B)log

AUGUST 28, 2024

Premier sold Joint Juice for treating/preventing joint pain; a jury found it liable to a consumer class for false advertising under NY law; and the district court awarded statutory damages to the class, but cut them by over 90%. Thus, the district court did not err by declining to instruct the jury on the safe harbor provision.

Law 59

Law Advertising Advertising False Advertising 59

IP and Legal Filings

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

One of the early high-profile incidents of greenwashing is the infamous ‘Dieselgate’ of 2009 in which Volkswagen launched “clean diesel” cars just by installing a software to evade emission tests, which was later busted by the United States, Environmental Protection Agency.

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Branding Brands Branding Trademark 90

DuetsBlog

JUNE 15, 2020

Rapala’s “More Hits Than Google” Billboard Update (Photo Included) (2009). And, by the way, what is your all-time favorite from the annual Rapala line up that we’ve been covering for a dozen seasons now (minus 2019, given my move)? Good Bye Google, Hello Whudjagiddumon? Rapala Taunts a Monster? Rapala: Happy Fishing on Mother’s Day (2012).

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Registering Trademarks Trademark Brands Branding 52

IP Tech Blog

APRIL 17, 2023

Confirmation on Demand The Draft Amendment to the Trademark Law (Article 18) finally codifies the established practice that well-known status is neither a one-time decision by a higher administrative body (as it used to be before 2009) nor a permanent state.

Trademark Law 57

Trademark Law Trademark Law Branding 57

43(B)log

OCTOBER 31, 2022

Lanham Act false advertising: The theory was that Meta misrepresented “the creation and ownership” of Logan’s photos. Dastar doesn’t clearly bar false advertising §43(a)(1)(B) claims in general, but it does bar the claim as pled here: “a copyright claim repackaged under a trademark statute.” 3d 1137 (9th Cir. Baden Sports, Inc.

False Advertising 45

False Advertising Advertising Advertising Licensing 45

The IPKat

JUNE 12, 2023

KG (‘Hugo Boss’) owns EU trade mark BOSS , registered on 29 January 2009, inter alia, for ‘clothing for men, women and children’ in class 25. A recent judgment from the Higher Regional Court of Hamburg shows that the CJEU’s case law on this issue is not unequivocal. Background HUGO BOSS Trade Mark Management GmbH & Co. 9(2)(c) EUTMR.

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Art Marketing Marketing Advertising 86

The IP Law Blog

JANUARY 11, 2024

He turned 18 in 2009. Elden’s operative complaint alleges that the cover of Nevermind depicting him in the nude constitutes child pornography and that the defendants “knowingly possessed, transported, reproduced, advertised, promoted, presented, distributed, provided and obtained” this alleged child pornography depicting Mr. Elden.

Law 62

Law Copyright Infringement Music Advertising 62

43(B)log

AUGUST 18, 2022

The district court certified a class of those who purchased the coffeemaker at a New Mexico Wal-Mart store from 2009 to 2013, approximately 40,600 members. The coffeemaker evidently proved unsatisfactory, and the Pumas sued.

Trademark 64

Trademark Licensing Branding Brands 64

LexBlog IP

APRIL 17, 2023

Confirmation on Demand The Draft Amendment to the Trademark Law (Article 18) finally codifies the established practice that well-known status is neither a one-time decision by a higher administrative body (as it used to be before 2009) nor a permanent state.

Trademark Law 52

Trademark Law Trademark Law Branding 52

IP and Legal Filings

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

This implies that the Treaty prevents the usage of the Olympic symbol on any goods, advertisements or websites that are unaccredited by the IOC. During the 1992 French Winter Olympics, MasterCard telecasted several advertisements which attempted to imply that they were linked to the upcoming Summer Games in Barcelona.

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Intellectual Property Marketing Marketing Advertising 52

43(B)log

AUGUST 18, 2021

were valid and infringed, but the latter wasn’t counterfeited; SMRI’s dilution victory was vacated, but not its victories on deceptive trade practices, ACPA, false advertising, and unfair competition. It was thus barred from equitable relief for its trademark infringement, false advertising, and state deceptive trade practices claims.

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Cease and Desist False Advertising Registration Licensing 64