Likelihood of Confusion

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

The post Joint trademark “ownership”: Tea for two? Originally published January 25, 2016. It’s been almost ten years ago since the March 2006 blog post, which got a bit of play as it turned out, in which I expressed a. Best of 2016) appeared first on LIKELIHOOD OF CONFUSION™.

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JD Supra Law

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

What many people don’t think about is what will happen to their trademark after they pass away, assuming they own a business in whole or in part. As folks prepare their estate documents, they need to consider who they want to receive their assets, house(s), vehicle(s), or that Bob Ross painting they found at a garage sale 20 years ago.

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IP and Legal Filings

MARCH 9, 2022

The encouragement towards innovation is legalized under Intellectual copyrights patents and trademarks Rights are provided by the states around the globe. Unlike patents, trademark protection is held indefinitely. This may be for a limited period and is only limited to publishing, rendering left of the ownership to the author.

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IP Watchdog

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Last September, a bipartisan pair of Senators introduced the Pride in Patent Ownership Act, which, if passed, would add greatly-needed transparency to our patent system. The legislation would require patent owners to disclose their identity to the U.S.

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IP Watchdog

JANUARY 11, 2022

patent recipients and active patent family owners, providing the IP world with a look at the patent ownership landscape that developed throughout the course of 2021. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), while South Korean tech conglomerate Samsung Electronics enjoys the largest portfolio of global active patent families.

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JD Supra Law

MARCH 14, 2025

Many assume that once they create something, they automatically own the rights everywhere, or that patents and trademarks offer blanket protection. In reality, IP is a complex legal landscape governed by factors like value, ownership, jurisdiction and timing.

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Erik K Pelton

MARCH 25, 2024

The following is an edited transcript of my video Trademark Lessons from Taylor Swift The Eras Tour. And a trademark application has a lot of elements that go into it: the drawing, the description of goods and services, the dates of use, the evidence of use, the ownership. In trademarks, creativity is also an essential key.

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JD Supra Law

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

An important component of brand ownership is exercising vigilance against fraudulent practices, such as counterfeiting and trademark pirating. Trademark owners must now also be alert to fraudulent communications from seemingly legitimate trademark practitioners. By: Smart & Biggar

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IP Watchdog

MAY 6, 2023

Brands — legally protected as trademarks — have value. Registering brands as federal trademarks also provides significant legal benefits, such as the presumption of ownership, validity, and nationwide priority in the mark. We all understand that intuitively.

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Erik K Pelton

AUGUST 10, 2020

Over the years I’ve worked on thousands of trademark applications. First, I’ve reviewed thousands of trademark applications as an examine,r and now in private practice since 1999, I have filed many thousands of trademark applications for clients. I often refer to it as a long and winding road.

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JD Supra Law

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Trademark rights and domain name ownership overlap in many ways, but they are not the same. Domain name ownership does not necessarily establish trademark rights, and trademark ownership does not necessarily give you the right to own the corresponding domain name. . By: Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig PLLC

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IP Watchdog

MAY 18, 2022

In January 2022, StockX announced its plans to launch The Vault, which uses non-fungible tokens (NFTs) to allow buyers to track ownership of physical products resold on its e-market and warrant their authenticity, including Nike shoes. Nike, Inc. StockX LLC, 1:22-cv-00983-VEC.

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Erik K Pelton

JUNE 29, 2022

The following is an edited transcript of my video What Information Becomes Public in a Trademark Application? An important topic that I get asked about frequently is, “What information from my trademark filing will be public?” The post What Information Becomes Public in a Trademark Application?

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Erik K Pelton

AUGUST 14, 2020

The same is true with trademark applications – there are a lot of parts and pieces to that need to work together. The post It takes all 9 to win – the trademark application baseball team appeared first on Erik M Pelton & Associates, PLLC. Any one weak spot could harm the entire team and the odds of success.

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Erik K Pelton

MARCH 9, 2021

The following is an edited transcript of my video, What Are the Potential Costs of an Unprotected Trademark. So they not only had an unprotected trademark, they had skipped some critical steps in the brand protection process. Might they think you’re under new ownership once again? Second, there’s the cost of time.

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IP Watchdog

MAY 24, 2024

Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC) on Thursday, May 23, affirmed a Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB) decision that found a party with only a minority ownership interest in the owner of allegedly infringed marks did not have standing to seek cancellation of the marks.

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CopyrightsWorld

MARCH 1, 2021

Here is what you should know getting started: A logo can be protected by both copyright and trademark, depending on how it is used. A logo copyright protects a creative design or an expression of an idea, while a logo trademark protects things that identify a business on the marketplace. Copyright © vs. Trademark ®. Trademark ®.

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Nelligan Law

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Now, WWE has filed twelve new trademark applications, reinforcing that intellectual property is just as vital to its business model as the action inside the ring. Scholarship offers could come with exclusivity agreements, and valedictorians might even be assigned trademark-friendly personasbecause lets be honest, Braxton Cole, Ph.D.

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IPilogue

MARCH 14, 2022

On February 3, 2022, Nike filed a trademark lawsuit in New York’s federal trial court claiming the online sneaker reseller, StockX, sells unauthorized pictures of Nike’s shoes through NFTs. Like with many new technologies these days, the laws around NFTs are constantly updating to accommodate this new concept of digital assets.

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SpicyIP

OCTOBER 27, 2024

Case Summaries L Oreal vs Graphics Traders on 19 October, 2024 (Delhi District Court) Image from here The plaintiff filed a suit alleging import of counterfeit cosmetics by the defendant, bearing its trademarks- “MAYBELLINE” and “BABY LIPS”. No written statements were filed by the defendants. Sri Narasus Coffee Company Private Ltd vs M/S.

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Erik K Pelton

AUGUST 20, 2024

The following is an edited transcript of Chapter 8 of my book video Building a Bold Brand: The Trademark Registration Process: A Long and Winding Road The trademark application process at the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is generally long, complex, and full of deadlines. Patience is a virtue.

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TorrentFreak

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Somewhat unusually, however, federal trademark infringement and cybersquatting allegations also played a key role, alongside other claims including unfair competition. Allegations of copyright infringement also featured in a complaint filed at an Arizona court in 2023, which hoped to quickly shut down a popular pirate site.

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JD Supra Law

JUNE 4, 2024

Appeal from the United States Patent and Trademark Office, Trademark Trial and Appeal Board. By: Knobbe Martens

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Kashishipr

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

A trademark is an important business asset that offers protection to a brand. Businesses own valuable trademarks, which, once registered, can be licensed out. The rights that flow from a trademark can be licensed to others to receive royalties for commercialization. What is Trademark Licensing? Exclusive License.

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JD Supra Law

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Trademarks can be a business’s most valuable assets. When the value of a company’s trademark can be so high, it makes good sense to carefully develop, grow and protect marks. Apple’s mark is estimated to be worth more than $355 billion. The Amazon mark lags behind by a hair at $350 billion.

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Greenspoon Marder LLP

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

His recent acquisition of full ownership rights to “The Rock” trademark serves […] The post Can You Smell What The Rock is Trademarking? Beyond his towering presence in the wrestling ring and his blockbuster performances on the silver screen, Johnson has demonstrated savvy business acumen.

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IP and Legal Filings

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

With the greater increase of various leagues such as the IPL in cricket, or the NBA in basketball, various teams are formed by various individuals to assert a title in trademarks and copyrights, amongst other forms of IP so that profit can be maximised. Trademark The Trademarks Act protects registered marks such as names, logos, etc.

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IP and Legal Filings

JULY 11, 2024

INTRODUCTION In the United States as well as in India, application for a trademark may be rejected for several different reasons. GENERAL REFUSAL REASONS FOR A TRADEMARK Likelihood of Confusion: The first reason for refusal is that it is often considered that the use of the trademark will lead to confusion with similar trademarks.

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Kashishipr

AUGUST 4, 2021

Several courts have had trouble in applying substantive Trademark Law to this field of technology. It may also be a proactive threat to trademark owners; thus, this article delves into the question of whether or not a name or logo of a cryptocurrency can function as a legitimate trademark. Understanding Cryptocurrency.

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JD Supra Law

JULY 31, 2024

One key aspect of protecting your brand is understanding trademark ownership. This article will clarify who the owner of a trademark is and provide you with the knowledge to safeguard your brand effectively. By: Pillsbury - Propel

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IP and Legal Filings

DECEMBER 16, 2024

The fashion industry sector extends beyond simple trademarks, such as logos or brand names, but rather includes characteristics, including colour palettes, product forms, or even the structure of physical store spaces. For instance, red soles for Christian Louboutin became a trademark of luxury shoes, while the colour per se was not unique.

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JD Supra Law

AUGUST 20, 2021

Overview - It is a modern reality that with brand ownership comes the risk of trademark and domain name fraud. As these scams become more common, all trademark owners should be aware of how to recognize and avoid them.

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IP and Legal Filings

OCTOBER 30, 2022

trademark and patent registrations will not protect rights holders’ IP in the Philippines. The Philippines Intellectual Property Office (IPOPHL) maintains a registry of patents and trademarks that is widely recognized in Southeast Asia. A trademark applicant may be a natural or juridical person. For example, U.S.

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SpicyIP

OCTOBER 14, 2024

The plaintiff claimed to have used the trademark “POLO” since 1967. The defendants were using the trademarks “POLO,” “POLO BY RALPH LAUREN,” and a device of a polo player for their footwear products, which closely resembled the plaintiff’s marks. Mrs Arti Gupta & Anr.

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IP and Legal Filings

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Introduction The case revolved around the unauthorised use of the Infosys trademark by Southern Infosys Limited. This is an important ruling that underscores the importance of trademark protection and issues of infringement. Plaintiff’s Arguments The Infosys trademark has been used since 1981.

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Kashishipr

MAY 4, 2022

Trademarks provide multiple crucial advantages to businesses and customers alike. Trademarks also carry all the image and reputation a brand builds over the years. Furthermore, inconsistent or improper use of a trademark can obstruct its owner’s ability to enforce the trademark rights in a given brand.

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IP Watchdog

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and the U.S. On November 23, the U.S. Copyright Office published a joint notice of inquiry in the Federal Register announcing that the two agencies would be collaborating on a study regarding intellectual property legal issues related to digital assets known as non-fungible tokens (NFTs).

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