Traverse Legal Blog

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Are you a social media influencer or brand looking to hire a social media influencer? Jules Jordan Video, Inc. 144942 Canada Inc. , 3d 1146, 1154 (9th Cir. Therefore, the “essence” of Plaintiff’s claim was the reproduction and distribution of DVDs without authorization, which fell under Copyright protection.

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Patently-O

OCTOBER 4, 2021

We thank LaTia Brand of Harrity Analytics and the Stanford NPE Database, described in Shawn Miller et al., When Multiple Plaintiffs/Relators Sue for the Same Act of Patent False Marking , 2010 Patently-O Patent Law Journal 95 ( matthews.falsemarking.pdf ). 7 (2010) ( Reines.2010 1 (2010) ( Nominee Diversity ).

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Patently-O

OCTOBER 4, 2021

We thank LaTia Brand of Harrity Analytics and the Stanford NPE Database, described in Shawn Miller et al., When Multiple Plaintiffs/Relators Sue for the Same Act of Patent False Marking , 2010 Patently-O Patent Law Journal 95 ( matthews.falsemarking.pdf ). 7 (2010) ( Reines.2010 1 (2010) ( Nominee Diversity ).

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Erik K Pelton

DECEMBER 31, 2021

The biggest individual brand story of the year was Facebook’s announcement of its new META brand. Major brands across industries – including Marvel, KISS, UFC, Nike, and many more – filed for trademarks to cover new products and services in the metaverse. 2010: [link]. Mega META announcement. NFT trademarks.

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Corsearch

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

For brands and rights holders, these technologies mean a change in consumer behavior, a shift towards more immersive digital engagement with their customers, and an array of new business opportunities. However, we’re already observing complex IP and brand protection challenges, and it’s important businesses plan their strategies carefully.

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The IPKat

JANUARY 27, 2025

Background Koninklijke Philips NV (Philips) marketed various air fryers under the brand Airfryer. Since 2010, it owns registered Community designs (RCD) for the Airfryer, including RCD no. Since 2010, it owns registered Community designs (RCD) for the Airfryer, including RCD no. 001654591-0001 and no. 001654591-0001 and no.

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IP and Legal Filings

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Frank Schechter which says that a common (Generic) name can be registered by anyone, but no one has the exclusive right to that trademark, For instance, the renowned brand Apple has its trademark registered under various classes but the word ‘apple’ diluted under class 29 of the food category. 2010 (42) PTC 572 (Del.)

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The IPKat

JULY 30, 2023

Over to Theodora: Second-hand fashion and trademark rights’ exhaustion under EU law, a guide for brand owners to “wear” this new trend by Theodora Goula Every day, more and more consumers are joining the second-hand fashion movement. Let’s start exploring the above issues from an EU perspective, aiming to give some guidance to brand owners.

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Erik K Pelton

DECEMBER 28, 2020

Established, but offensive, brands change names. Never before have some many brands backed away from names or name origins that were offensive. Uncle Ben’s, Eskimo Pie, Aunt Jemima, Washington Redskins, and Cleveland Indians are some of the brands began name changes or removed items from their logo in 2020. 2010: [link].

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IP and Legal Filings

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

[Image Sources: Shutterstock] Legal issue involved Recently, in a new ad campaign launched by ‘Domex’, a Hindustan Unilever brand. In this advertisement campaign Domex has openly compared itself to Reckitt Benckiser’s toilet cleaner brand ‘Harpic’.The HUL Domex’s ad take a dig at toilet cleaner brand Harpic, , HARPIC v.

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Corsearch

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

AstraZeneca’s brand protection journey is one of close collaboration, ‘learning by doing’, and adaptation in the face of new threats. Table of contents : • The start of AstraZeneca’s brand protection journey • Illegally diverted medicines, scams, and counterfeits – where does AstraZeneca focus its efforts? •

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SpicyIP

MARCH 16, 2025

1 failed to contest the case despite multiple opportunities and was found to have deliberately copied the plaintiffs branding, leading to consumer deception. The Court emphasized that counterfeiting is a blatant trademark infringement that not only misleads consumers but also erodes brand value, warranting strict legal action.

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TorrentFreak

MARCH 5, 2024

‘International Organized Crime’ Between 2010 and 2016, Engel Systems sold a range of devices that provided illegal access to pirated TV content. Considering the background, that’s fairly historic in its own right.

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The IPKat

JUNE 5, 2022

Use in an online environment The court first set out a recap on case law illustrating what constitutes “use” in an online environment, including the decisions of the Court of Justice of the European Union in Google France [2010] RPC 19 , L’Oréal v eBay [2011] RPC 27 , and Coty Germany v Amazon Services Europe [2020] ETMR 27.

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The IPKat

MARCH 4, 2024

Both Nike and Jacquemus are brands retaining a remarkable legacy in the realm of fashion … and IP too. The bag was first launched on Jacquemus’ Instagram account and stirred an intense debate among the brands’ audience.

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Managing IP

JULY 12, 2023

India’s government plans to amend the Trade Marks Act for the first time since 2010, but brand owners say they are being kept in the dark about the finer details

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The TTABlog

MAY 29, 2024

The same applicant met the same fate in this attempt to register that same phrase for "Online retail store services featuring clothing, jewelry, bags, gifts, home goods, hats, blankets, mugs, belts, branded gift bags, floor mats, keychains, novelty toys for playing jokes, and pillows." Eagle Crest , 2010 WL 3441109, at *3."

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The TTABlog

DECEMBER 27, 2021

In an otherwise straightforward Section 2(d) analysis, the Board ruled that confusion is likely between Respondent's registered marks MIRAGE BRANDS (standard form) and MIRAGE BRANDS & Design [BRANDS disclaimed], and Petitioner Mahender Sabhnani's previously used and registered mark ROYAL MIRAGE & Design , all for perfume.

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

MAY 15, 2023

Internet Brands opinion. Including the Internet Brands case, I found six cases using the phrase (see Appendix B). April 29, 2010) Hill v. Internet Brands, Inc. , Internet Brands, Inc. , Internet Brands, Inc. , ” This phrase originated in the Doe v. Roommates.Com, LLC , 521 F.3d 3d 1157 (9th Cir.

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LexBlog IP

AUGUST 16, 2021

IPNews® – On August 12, 2021, Louis Poulsen A/S submitted a trademark opposition against Google for the trademark “Nest” The trademark cited in the opposition notice relates to the LP Nest brand — which filed for registration back in June 2010.

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Greenspoon Marder LLP

OCTOBER 21, 2012

Jimmy Winkelmann, the founder of two brands that parodied outdoor clothing and equipment maker The North Face Apparel Corp., has agreed this week that his most recent brand has violated a 2010 settlement of a trademark infringement lawsuit involving his first brand, The South Butt. By: Sharon Urias, Esq.

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Greenspoon Marder LLP

JULY 1, 2019

Romag, a manufacturer of magnetic snaps and fasteners, first sued Fossil, a fashion accessory brand, in 2010 for patent […] The post Greenspoon Marder Intellectual Property Blog: Profit Awards in Trademark Cases: Supreme Court to Decide Whether Willfulness Is Required appeared first on Greenspoon Marder LLP. Fossil, Inc.,

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Erik K Pelton

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Besides Mariah, there were many other celebrity trademark stories this year, as more an more celebrities launch more and more brands. 2010: [link]. Carey may still be able to use the phrase even without registration. Celebrity trademark messes. Past issues of Top Trademark Trends: 2021: [link]. 2020: [link]. 2019: [link].

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IPilogue

AUGUST 2, 2021

In 2010 , the well-known toy brand Hasbro tried to register the “Monopoly” word mark. By applications made in 2008 and 2010, trademark protection was granted respectively for the education and entertainment services (class 41) and paper and printed material products (class 16). Hasbro v EUIPO.

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Kashishipr

JANUARY 12, 2022

Often, hashtags help businesses reach out to their target audience and connect with them, which may further help them attain and achieve goodwill and raise awareness about their brand. The trend of incentivizing hashtags as trademarks began way back in 2010, and since then, the filing of such Trademark Applications has spiked globally.

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TorrentFreak

JUNE 22, 2023

According to the United States government, this work earned Bencko more than $1 million in 2010 alone. A year later, Bencko was posting videos of car restorations under his Pixelhood brand, but showing no obvious concerns about his fate in the Megaupload case. of Megaupload’s shares. .

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IP and Legal Filings

JULY 21, 2022

The trend of registering hashtags as trademarks began in 2010, and the filing of such Trademark Applications has increased significantly ever since. A hashtag may be considered a trademark if it meets the following prerequisites: It should let users to identify the origin of a product or service from which the hashtag was generated. (b)

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IP and Legal Filings

MARCH 7, 2022

As a result, the logo and name are registered as trademarks under the act of 1999 to protect the brand name and value. It demonstrates to a buyer where a product came from and how much he can trust that product based on the brand value associated with it. The monetary value or brand injury will be recovered in damages.

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IPilogue

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

Moderna claimed that they had registered foundational mRNA patents between 2010 and 2016. On August 26, 2022, Moderna released a press statement that they will pursue a patent infringement lawsuit against Pfizer/BioNTech for their use of Moderna’s registered mRNA patents in creating the Pfizer COVID-19 mRNA vaccine.

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IP and Legal Filings

MARCH 28, 2023

Trademark Dilution A well-known brand’s owner has the legal authority to forbid third parties from using their mark since doing so compromises their exclusivity or damages their reputation. In reality, no one has the right to imitate any well-known brand or to misuse that trademark’s good name. 2010 (42) PTC 572 (Del.) [2]

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IP and Legal Filings

MARCH 7, 2022

As a result, the logo and name are registered as trademarks under the act of 1999 to protect the brand name and value. It demonstrates to a buyer where a product came from and how much he can trust that product based on the brand value associated with it. The monetary value or brand injury will be recovered in damages.

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Intepat

MAY 12, 2023

The Madrid Protocol allows a brand to protect itself on an international level and gives a user-friendly, cost- effective and expeditious set of procedures in a single application. This helps the brand owner to protect his mark in multiple jurisdictions without the need for extensive procedure. to eliminate this threat.

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IP and Legal Filings

OCTOBER 28, 2023

A feature of trademark law known as trademark dilution gives the brand owner exclusive rights to the mark, providing them a strong and recognisable trademark. In accordance with a provision of trademark law known as trademark dilution, the owner of a brand may. 2010 (42) PTC 572 (Del.) What is Trademark Dilution?

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The TTABlog

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

Plaintiff alleged Mr. Gandhi had "never manufactured or marketed sesame oil products under the IDHAYAM brand in the United States or anywhere" (ECF No. Gandhi's application for '654 mark due to Plaintiff's prior use of IDHAYAM. 7-3 at 1-4.)

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The TTABlog

MAY 26, 2022

95 USPQ2d 1509 (TTAB 2010) wherein the Board reversed a Section 2(d) refusal based on a determination that “personal headlamps” were unrelated to “lighting fixtures.” [ TTABlogged here ]. In re Louis Poulsen A/S , Serial No. 88933093 (May 18, 2022) [not precedential] (Opinion by Judge Angela Lykos).

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Likelihood of Confusion

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

Originally posted 2010-08-10 17:08:46. History repeating and all, ya know. First time, tragedy. Second time — farce. Republished by Blog Post Promoter. The post Slamming the DOORS appeared first on LIKELIHOOD OF CONFUSION™.

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IP and Legal Filings

FEBRUARY 20, 2022

Companies seek to protect the value of their trademarks since they can be quite valuable to the brand. It has been explicitly declared in settled EU case law (such as in case C-398/08 P, Audi) [2010] that applying higher standards to slogan marks than to other types of marks is incorrect.

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