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2024 Designs Registration Trademark 
CoCal IP Law Institute
JUNE 28, 2024
Colorful Conflicts and Bold Boundaries: A Sampling of Trademark Law in 2024 The first half of the year has seen notable developments in trademark law. These [.]
JD Supra Law
JANUARY 19, 2024
Addressing the issue of analogous trademark use, the Trademark Trial & Appeal Board designated precedential a September 6, 2022, decision in which the Board cancelled a registration for CAPTAIN CANNABIS based on the petitioner’s evidence of prior use that was “analogous to trademark use.” 92064830 (TTAB Jan.
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Olartemoure Blog
JUNE 7, 2024
On May 30, 2024, the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) shared the Madrid Yearly Review 2024, an annual report presenting statistics and analysis on international applications , registrations, renewals, and designations, with this edition focusing on subsequent designations made under the Madrid System.
The TTABlog
JANUARY 29, 2024
The Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (Tee-Tee-Ā-Bee) has scheduled two oral hearings for the month of February 2024. [It February 13, 2024 - 1 PM: Iron Balls International Ltd. February 22, 2024 - 1 PM: Jockey International, Inc. It is a short month]. Both hearings will be held via video conference.
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Indiana Intellectual Property Law
APRIL 17, 2024
7333601 NEURO SUPPORT PLUS 7335961 ADVOCATE.
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LexBlog IP
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
2024 Changes to International Trademark Classifications by Melanie Lane Understanding WIPO’s 2024 Nice Classification Changes: Impact on the USPTO’s §6.1 of 37 CFR Part 6, aligning it with the 12th edition, version 2024, of the Nice Classification published by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO).
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Indiana Intellectual Property Law
JUNE 14, 2024
The U.S. (..)
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Sander Law
JULY 30, 2023
2024 CIPO fee increases The Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) is applying a one-time fee increase of 25% to most of its fees for trademarks, patents, copyright and industrial design registrations. Canadian Trademark renewal with 1 class of goods/services - $421.02 --> $555.00
The TTABlog
APRIL 1, 2024
First DuPont Factor Brings TTAB Dismissal of Monster Energy's Opposition to LAIKABEAST & Design for Mugs and Plates TTABlog Test: Is TABLEAU for Wine Confusable with TABLEAU for Bar Services? Yes] TTABlog Test: Is CROSSFIRST BANK & Circle Design Confusable with Banc of California's RIng Design? Precedential No. Guess What?
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Indiana Intellectual Property Law
MAY 2, 2024
The U.S. (..)
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The TTABlog
DECEMBER 29, 2023
The Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (Tee-Tee-Ā-Bee) has scheduled seven (7) oral hearings for the month of January 2024. January 4, 2024 - 11 AM: In re Kattina V. January 4, 2024 - 11 AM: In re Kattina V. January 11, 2024 - 11:30 AM: In re Loops, LLC , Serial No. January 16, 2024- 1 PM: In re YMF Carpets, Inc.
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SpicyIP
JULY 4, 2024
Image by storyset on Freepik The office of Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trademarks (CGPDTM) on July 2, has notified the 2025 Patent and Trademarks Agent Exams. The Trademark Agent Exam is likely to be held on January 04, 2025 and the Patent Agent Exam is likely to be held on January 5, 2025.
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Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog
NOVEMBER 1, 2023
The commencement of the Spring/Summer Fashion Week 2024 has seen luxury brands display their designs on the ramp again. Apart from designer clothes, this year also saw the debut of new signature colours of two beloved luxury brands-Burberry and Gucci. Gucci currently has 29 registered trademarks in the EUIPO alone.
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The IPKat
JUNE 10, 2024
Last month, I had the opportunity and privilege to speak at the EUIPO Case Law Conference 2024 and present the challenges of trademark modernization, under the heading “Reconciling the Old with the New: Challenges of Trade Mark Modernization” [see IPKat here ].
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The TTABlog
JUNE 17, 2024
In another chapter of the long-running battle over the HAVANA CLUB trademark for rum, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit has ruled that Bacardi's challenge to the USPTO's renewal of the registration for that mark may be heard in the federal courts. June 13, 2024) [published]. Direct Impulse Design, Inc. ,
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The TTABlog
JANUARY 17, 2024
Banc of California petitioned to cancel a registration for the mark shown below left, on the ground of likely confusion with its registered mark shown below right, both for, inter alia , banking services. 92075496 (January 14, 2024) [not precedential] (Opinion by Judge Michael B. It all boiled down to the first DuPont factor.
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Copyright Lately
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Oh Mickey, you’re so fine—but you’re not alone: An avalanche of copyrighted works will enter the public domain in the United States on January 1, 2024. public domain on January 1, 2024—and that’s a shame. notice, registration, and renewal) formerly imposed under U.S. Here’s what it all means. copyright terms.
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Indiana Intellectual Property Law
MARCH 5, 2024
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LexBlog IP
JUNE 26, 2023
On June 1, 2023, the Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) introduced amendments to fee schedules set out in the Patent Rules, Trademarks Regulations, Industrial Design Regulations, and Copyright Regulations and will take effect by January 1, 2024. as of January 1, 2024. to $555.00 to $225.00
The TTABlog
JANUARY 8, 2024
The TTAB has re-designated as precedential its September 2022 opinion in this cancellation proceeding. The Board granted a petition for cancellation of a registration for the mark CAPTAIN CANNABIS for comic books, on the ground of likelihood of confusion with Petitioner Laverne J. Andrusiek v. Cosmic Crusaders LLC and Lewis J.
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SpicyIP
MARCH 12, 2024
The troubles for the Office of the Controller General of Patent, Designs, and Trade Mark (CGPDTM) just don’t seem to end anytime soon. Apparently, the trademark registry’s website has been malfunctioning a bit too often since late 2023.
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The TTABlog
FEBRUARY 16, 2024
The Board affirmed a refusal to register the proposed mark EXPERIMENTAL AND APPLIED SCIENCES for “Dietary and nutritional supplements” on the ground that the mark is used solely as a trade name to identify applicant's business and therefore is not registrable. 88291540 (February 14, 2024) [not precedential] (Opinion by Judge Martha B.
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LexBlog IP
JANUARY 31, 2024
However, a work’s copyright expiration does not extinguish any trademark rights that the owner may maintain in that same work. But it is important to remember that any existing trademark protection in them subsists. Further, Disney still owns valid copyright and trademark rights in other, more modern versions of Mickey Mouse.
BYU Copyright Blog
JUNE 3, 2024
Logo,Pictorial Works,Work for Hire,University June 03, 11:35 AM June 03, 11:35 AM On May 15, 2024, Sophia Boyages (Plaintiff or Ms. Boyages presenting the art design to the working group, the University started using the logo in its products and advertised it as one of its brands. Complaint pg. According to Ms. After 11 months, Ms.
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SpicyIP
JULY 8, 2024
Here is our recap of last week’s top IP developments including summary of the posts on the DHC’s direction to frame a code of conduct for Patent and Trademark Agents, MHC’s decision on prior arts, and the settlement between Dabur and Dhruv Rathee of their trademark and copyright dispute. Anything we are missing out on?
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The TTABlog
MAY 7, 2024
The application was filed under Section 1(b) and the mark had not been put into use, so the applicant claimed acquired distinctiveness from three other BASQUIAT registrations, but the Board found that its supporting evidence fell short. 97291105 (May 1, 2024) [not precedential] [not precedential] (Opinion by Judge Thomas L.
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The TTABlog
JULY 8, 2024
In this appeal from final refusals issued in two expungement proceedings, the Board affirmed the USPTO Director's decision to cancel registrations for the mark SMARTLOCK , in standard character and design form, for "Components for air conditioning and cooling systems, namely, evaporative air coolers." Welch 2024. Precedential?
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SpicyIP
MARCH 11, 2024
A Case of Reverse Passing Off: DHC Rules In Favour Of Western Digital On Trademark Infringement Recently, the DHC passed an ex-parte interim injunction order against Geonix, holding them prima facie liable for indulging in ‘reverse passing off’ by selling Western Digital’s hard disks as their own.
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The IPKat
MAY 30, 2024
The Board of Appeals of the Italian Patent and Trademark Office (UIBM) recently issued a decision in favour of Elettra Lamborghini, allowing her to register her name as a trade mark despite the opposition from well-known car manufacturer Automobili Lamborghini. The Applicant appealed.
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The TTABlog
MARCH 5, 2024
Once again, the existence of a patent established the functional benefits of the design: it "enables the user to secure the holster within the waistband, and the gun within the holster, with minimal bulkiness and weight and with maximum comfort." 90518181 (February 27, 2024) [not precedential] (Opinion by Judge Christopher C.
IP and Legal Filings
MAY 8, 2024
Introduction The labyrinthine world of trademark disputes often unveils intricate legal debates and subtle nuances, where the discerning eye of the judiciary must navigate through layers of visual, phonetic, and structural intricacies. The plaintiffs have obtained registration in respect of their trademark in Class-33.
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U.S. Department of Commerce
JUNE 21, 2024
Commerce's USPTO Announces National Strategy to Empower Innovators and Entrepreneurs from All Communities June 21, 2024 KCPullen@doc.gov Fri, 06/21/2024 - 12:19 Intellectual property New plan to increase diversity and participation in STEM, inventorship, and innovation The Commerce Department’s U.S. patents and registering trademarks.
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IP and Legal Filings
MARCH 19, 2024
ABSTTRACT The constraints placed on trademark registration, particularly concerning common English words by recent judicial review by Justice C. This article explores real world examples, international perspectives and aims to provide comprehensive understanding of the complexities surrounding trademark restriction.
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Corsearch
MARCH 13, 2023
The copyright for one of the first depictions of Mickey Mouse will expire in 2024. Looking at the clip of Oswald below, you can clearly see elements of the character in Mickey’s modern design. Why Mickey Mouse is still protected The copyright on Steamboat Willie is set to expire in January 2024. So, why aren’t Disney concerned?
The IPKat
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
On 12 February 2024, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) announced with a press release the publication of its Inventorship Guidance for AI-Assisted Inventions (Guidance). The Guidance has been published and will be effective from 13 February 2024. The image of the cat has been generated with DeepAI
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The TTABlog
APRIL 2, 2024
The Board dismissed this opposition to registration of a mark comprising the product configuration of boxes for storing board game components or dice, rejecting Opposer Chris Taylor's claims of de jure functionality and lack of acquired distinctiveness. 91255161 (March 29, 2024) [not precedential] (Opinion by Judge Elizabeth A.
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SpicyIP
MARCH 25, 2024
Here is our recap of last week’s top IP developments including summaries of posts on the new Patent (Amendment) Rules, and some thoughts on safeguards which can be used by intermediaries to prevent trademark infringement. In light of the recent Patent (Amendment) Rules, 2024, we are pleased to bring this post by Prashant Reddy T.,
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LexBlog IP
JANUARY 25, 2024
the Ninth Circuit revived a trademark infringement case previously dismissed on grounds that the First Amendment shields “expressive” trademarks from Lanham Act liability unless plaintiff can show the mark (1) has no artistic relevance to the underlying work, or (2) explicitly misleads as to its source. [1]
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The IPKat
OCTOBER 13, 2023
The event is free , but registration is required. More details and registration here. Diplomatic Conference to Conclude Design Law Treaty This week, WIPO announced that Saudi Arabia will host the diplomatic conference to finalise negotiations of a proposed Design Law Treaty (DLT).
The TTABlog
MARCH 27, 2024
90432695 (March 25, 2024) [not precedential] (Opinion by Judge Cynthia C. That opinion had originally been deemed nonprecedential, but at the USPTO's request, the court re-designated it as precedential. And so, the Board affirmed the refusal under Sections 1, 2, 3 and 45 of the Trademark Act. Welch 2024. LLC , 90 F.4th
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The TTABlog
MARCH 13, 2024
in standard character and design form (below) for "investment services in the nature of venture capital and private equity financing, and investment banking services." 90263124 (March 11, 2024) [not precedential] (Opinion by Judge Mark Lebow). Welch 2024. The Board found these services to be legally identical. Once the U.S.
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SpicyIP
JANUARY 1, 2024
The Assistant Controller of Patents and Designs – A Reasoned Judgement or Inherently Contradictory? December 26, 2023(Delhi High Court) The plaintiffs alleged that the defendants’ trademark ‘GK WELLNESS’ and their logos, infringe the plaintiffs’ trademark ‘GK HAIR’ and sought an interlocutory injunction against the use.
The TTABlog
JUNE 11, 2024
The Leathernecks Motorcycle Club was thwarted in its attempt to register the collective membership mark LEATHERNECKS in the design form shown immediately below. 90498154 (June 6, 2024) [precedential] (Opinion by Judge Cindy B. 90498154 (June 6, 2024) [precedential] (Opinion by Judge Cindy B. Greenbaum).
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The IPKat
MAY 26, 2024
GikII, an annual conference on law, technology and pop culture, has launched the call for papers for its 2024 edition. This year, the conference will be held on 4 and 5 September 2024 at University College London. The course is delivered both offline and online, and the registration is available here.
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