The TTABlog

JANUARY 4, 2023

the TTAB ordered cancellation of two registrations for the mark COHIBA for cigars, one in typeset and one in stylized form. The owner of the cancelled registrations is General Cigar Co., based cigar manufacturer that first obtained a COHIBA registration in 1981 and has sold COHIBA cigars in the U.S. General Cigar Co.,

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IP and Legal Filings

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

However, the UK and Spain Patents and Trademark office granted trademark protection to the ‘Bitcoin’ mark and its logo (Registration number: M4046141). The trademark laws used to regulate cryptocurrency-related marks are in their nascent stage. Interestingly enough, copyrights play a pivotal role in the NFT market.

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IP and Legal Filings

OCTOBER 31, 2022

The objective of the Singapore Treaty is to create a modern and dynamic international framework for the harmonization of administrative trademark registration procedures. The Singapore Treaty is applicable to all types of marks registrable under the law of a given Contracting Party. Image Source: IStock].

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Erik K Pelton

MARCH 11, 2022

As a trademark law firm, we represent a wide array of clients but predominantly focus on helping small business owners protect their intellectual property. In recent years, trademark scams have proliferated and become increasingly problematic, particularly for small business owners. About Erik M. Pelton & Associates, PLLC.

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SpicyIP

MAY 18, 2022

Nike has also brought an action for trademark infringement against StockX alleging that StockX’s NFTs depicting Nike shoes violates its trademarks. Downloadable virtual goods are downloadable computer programs and real-world, non-software companies are now obtaining trademark registrations for software products.

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SpicyIP

MAY 3, 2023

This incident is an addition to the trail of misadventures that trademark practitioners have faced before the Registry and we thought it would be beneficial to invite an experienced practicing trademarks lawyer to share with us their insights on this and the state of affairs before the Registry in general.

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IP Intelligence

JANUARY 1, 2024

Trademark owners should be wary of official-looking email solicitations from attorneys or law firms that claim to specialize in trademarks and are masquerading as Good Samaritans who wish to aid in protecting the company’s brand against another company that has contracted that firm to register the same mark.

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IP and Legal Filings

APRIL 7, 2025

Global brands must adopt an international trademark strategy by registering their trademarks in multiple jurisdictions under treaties such as the Madrid Protocol. Use wide words in naming trademark applications because it is already prepared for advances in the technology or product development.

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IP and Legal Filings

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Importance of Registration of Trademarks in the Metaverse Businesses may now reach a larger audience, increase their digital footprint, and increase profits by utilising the Metaverse. By deterring rip offs, trademarks safeguard a company’s identity and the repute of its brand(s), especially in the Metaverse.

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Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

Statutory protection of trademark rights in India is administered by the Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks, a government agency which reports to the Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion, under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. Conclusion.

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

OCTOBER 19, 2021

It’s not possible to “trespass” an intangible asset; any legal protection for the asset comes from contract law (but the plaintiffs gave a license) or IP law, such as copyright law, which the plaintiffs aren’t invoking. Implied-in-Law Contract/Unjust Enrichment.

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The IP Law Blog

JANUARY 12, 2023

If these materials show the use of trademarks, logos, or slogans that are not already the subject of a trademark registration or application, then these marks should be cleared for use to prevent unintended liabilities, and they should be considered for possible registration. .

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Intepat

MAY 12, 2023

Not all states are contracting parties under the Madrid Protocol, such as Hong Kong, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Pakistan, etc. Therefore, in countries such as these which are non-contracting parties. After successful registration, the trademark is considered to be granted and protected in the member states.

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SpicyIP

JANUARY 2, 2022

The Vidya Drolia case laid down certain conditions for non-arbitrability of disputes and stated that grant and issue of patents and registration of trademarks were exclusive sovereign or government functions, thus making them non-arbitrable. Durga Trading Corporation was clarified in this case. In Dhiraj Dewani v.

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LexBlog IP

JANUARY 22, 2022

Kayode & Co, a boutique IP law firm with offices in Lagos and Abuja, Nigeria. Lara is a leader in Africa trademark law, and represents the interests of numerous international companies in counterfeit enforcement and brand protection matters. Why should international companies seek to register their trademarks in Nigeria?

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LexBlog IP

JANUARY 22, 2022

Kayode & Co, a boutique IP law firm with offices in Lagos and Abuja, Nigeria. Lara is a leader in Africa trademark law, and represents the interests of numerous international companies in counterfeit enforcement and brand protection matters. Why should international companies seek to register their trademarks in Nigeria?

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LexBlog IP

MARCH 13, 2024

The Offices agreed with these assessments and did not believe that changes to intellectual property laws, or to the Offices’ registration and recordation practices, are necessary or advisable at this time. The USPTO has provided guidance on these issues and will continue to work with stakeholders to identify additional needs.

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Intepat

JUNE 17, 2024

Trademark law underwent substantial changes, both multilaterally and regionally. The Paris Convention established the beginning of the international trademark system, and the Paris Union was expanded by a distinct union which is collectively known as the Madrid system. Allows payment of one set of fees.

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

[Note: can trademark owners take advantage of the US jurisdiction consent between the online marketplace and its third-party sellers? Normally trademark owners aren’t third-party beneficiaries of that contract. ” [This is the most coveted payload for trademark owners. Lack of State Preemption.

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Intepat

JUNE 25, 2024

However, as the contemporary industry and commerce progressed, consumers began associating trademarks with the quality of products and services. Direct quality control – Section 49(1)(b) and 50(1)(d) of the Trademarks Act mandates the registrar to exercise quality control in license agreements.

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LexBlog IP

JULY 5, 2023

On June 29, 2023, the Supreme Court adopted a restrictive view of the extraterritorial application of the Lanham Act, holding that federal trademark law cannot support a claim for trademark infringement against solely foreign conduct. The case is Abitron Austria GmbH v. Hetronic International, Inc.

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LexBlog IP

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Hermes based its allegations of trademark infringement and dilution on the artist’s use of MetaBirkin as a trademark to promote his NFTs and at his metabirkin.com website. Moreover, even if Rogers does not apply, Hermes’ trademarks are for leather goods, specifically handbags.

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IIPRD

JUNE 13, 2024

Which states that for copyright registration only “the details of the person(s), who has actually created the work i.e. only natural person (human being), should be provided” Also, section 57 of the act says that the author has Moral rights, and incorporates the right to paternity and the right to integrity.

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SpicyIP

DECEMBER 30, 2023

The Court interpreted the clause on ownership of work made during a contract of service (Section 17(c)) to not apply in situations where there is a contract between equals. The Court limited the scope of Section 17(c) to apply to contracts where the relationship between the parties is akin to that of an apprenticeship.

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SpicyIP

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

For collective marks, he argued that out of 10 collective mark registrations he examined, 9 were granted erroneously. Fast forward to 2022, which wasn’t a very good year, as DHC restrained some defendants from using the plaintiff’s registered marks on the Google Ads Program for trademark infringement and passing-off.

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IP Tech Blog

JULY 10, 2023

In the trademark context, nearly all countries recognize that trademark law is necessarily territorial at its core. This would allow for enforcement of trademarks in national courts even when the Lanham Act is not applicable. court forum.

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LexBlog IP

JULY 10, 2023

” In the trademark context, nearly all countries recognize that trademark law is necessarily territorial at its core. This would allow for enforcement of trademarks in national courts even when the Lanham Act is not applicable. court forum.

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The IP Law Blog

MARCH 2, 2021

Considering the importance of Chinese manufacturing to global trade, the Chinese legal system and its evolving trademark enforcement system will likely cause companies to get creative. The Supreme Court first looked to the section of the Lanham Act governing remedies for trademark violations, 15 U.S.C.

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SpicyIP

MAY 14, 2022

programs can take part) across the world, as well as to those who have completed their first law degree in 2019 or later. Registration : There is no registration fee or registration process for the competition. Ragavan’s scholarship emphasizes issues intersecting international trade law with intellectual property rights.

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SpicyIP

OCTOBER 11, 2022

Timberlake : Trademarks is an area of the law that is constantly changing, which is part of what makes it so interesting. As a system of signs, trademark law touches on many different aspects of culture, while at the same time being of great practical importance to many (perhaps most) businesses.

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43(B)log

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Rierson, Trademark Law and the Creep of Legal Formalism Various rules w/in TM law have been codified that we seem to be treating more as formalistic labels or bright line rules when a more practical approach is preferable in TM context instead of leaning on labels. Interested in sellers’ understanding of the contracts.

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IP and Legal Filings

NOVEMBER 23, 2024

Smart contracts automatically execute IP-related agreements, such as licensing or distribution deals, ensuring compliance without the need for manual intervention. It uses blockchain technology to ensure product authenticity and streamline its supply chain making the trademarked products traceable and verifiable.

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IP and Legal Filings

DECEMBER 20, 2024

However, it provides both good challenges and opportunities under trademark law. The blog covers how trademarks evolve in the era of social media and influencer marketing, analyzing legal uncertainties, protection mechanisms, and best practices for commercial usage. Therefore, a brand can be registered in the U.S.

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43(B)log

OCTOBER 4, 2021

Indeed, the PTO has increased its focus on whether the use an applicant is making is trademark use, as opposed to ornamental or informational use, in its registration decisions. Professor Alexandra Roberts has written an excellent recent article on this, Trademark Failure to Function.

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SpicyIP

DECEMBER 31, 2024

2024 has been an explosive year for IP developments in India, with more IP divisions coming up in different High Courts, an increasing number of IP registrations and an overall higher degree of attention on IP issues in the country. to clarify that registration does not grant exclusive right in a part of the mark.

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IP and Legal Filings

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Essentially, the smart use of trademarks is crucial for opening doors for the startup’s growth as well as for solidifying a market position. When trademark enforcement is done properly, it serves as a deterrent to possible infringers as well as strengthening a startup’s standing in the market.

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