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USPTO Update: Impact on Trademark Policies and Proceedings

Trademark owners should be aware of several recent USPTO updates that may significantly affect them. Most notably, the United States Patent and Trademark Office has recently implemented the Trademark Modernization Act. Passed in December 2020 — and… Read More
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Activision and TactiVision Fight it Out in Trademark Litigation

When you invest the time and effort to apply for a registered trademark for your brand, logo, catchphrase, or identifying mark, the work doesn’t stop there. Situations can arise that force you to challenge another trademark application or initiate… Read More
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What are Zombie Trademarks, and How Do You Deal With Them?

For centuries, October has conjured images of ghosts, goblins, and children in costumes singing, “Trick or Treat!” Lately, there’s been an onslaught of television shows and movies depicting creepy societies determined to raise the dead, and zom… Read More
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When Do You Need a Trademark for Your Business/Startup?

You have a great idea for a startup business or new product. You’ve spent time and money brainstorming, gathering the right team, and creating something truly unique and valuable to consumers. Then it occurs to you… “Do I need a business tradem… Read More
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Apple Memoji Trademark Lawsuit

If you own a cellphone, computer, or television you have probably heard of the technology giant, Apple Inc. Many companies are eager to challenge Apple’s dominance in the tech market, including a small, Atlanta-based company called Social Technolog… Read More
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The Dos and Don’ts of Running a USPTO TM Search

You have created a new product or service with a great name, logo design, or catchphrase. To protect your product and business reputations and ensure no one else will be able to use your name or design, you need to register your trademark. Before you… Read More
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What it Means When Your Trademark is Registered

If you want to create a product or service with a unique brand, name, or logo, you should consider protecting your intellectual property with a trademark. But what does trademark mean, and are you required to register a trademark? In this article, we… Read More
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Rose Bowl Trademark Lawsuit Dismissed

The Rose Bowl is American college football’s oldest post-season bowl game. Although it began in 1902, before the Rose Bowl Pasadena stadium was built, the annual battle between two of the top college football teams has been played in Pasadena, Cali… Read More
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What to Do if Your Trademark Application Requires Office Actions

Once your business has developed a unique branded product or service, you can protect your company’s rights to exclusive use of that brand with a trademark application. Simply placing a logo or tagline on your product and entering the stream of com… Read More
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5 Tips for a Quick Trademark Registration Process

Two of your greatest business assets are your company reputation and brand. Potential customers or clients will choose your goods and services when they recognize your unique name and mark. The trademark registration process is important to protect t… Read More
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