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Can You Register Realistic Images of Common Goods as Trademarks?

Corsearch

Corsearch has identified a growing global trend in brands attempting to register true-to-life images of common goods as trademarks. Apple – known in the IP world for its iconic logomark and watertight IP portfolio – is making further strides to cement its hold over brand-related images. But are applications successful?

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All I Want For Christmas Is…A Trademark?

Above the Fold

The song has gained so much popularity since its release in 1994, that Carey sought to take it one step further by filing a petition with the Trial Trademark and Appeal Board (TTAB) to trademark the title “Queen of Christmas.” Chan’s opposition was based on the fact that she had already been dubbed as the “Queen of Christmas.”

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All I Want For Christmas Is…A Trademark?

LexBlog IP

.” The song has gained so much popularity since its release in 1994, that Carey sought to take it one step further by filing a petition with the Trial Trademark and Appeal Board (TTAB) to trademark the title “Queen of Christmas.”