Erik K Pelton

DECEMBER 31, 2021

The biggest individual brand story of the year was Facebook’s announcement of its new META brand. The result was several potential controversies regarding rights in the name, as well as a slew of filings by others for marks that include the term “META” or “METAVERSE.”. All Rights Reserved. 2019: [link].

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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. All Rights Reserved.

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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. All Rights Reserved. 2019: [link]. Carey may still be able to use the phrase even without registration. Celebrity trademark messes. © 2022 Erik M. Pelton & Associates, PLLC.

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