The USPTO and US Federal Circuit weigh in on a trademark case involving Sazerac’s Fireball and Bullshine Distillery’s Firebull.
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The Great 8 Trademark Debate
In the world of sports merchandising, branding, and trademarks, who is the great 8, and who should be able to derive economic value from the number 8?
US Trademark Registration: Principal or Supplemental?
Filing a trademark? Descriptive or ornamental marks may be registered on the US supplemental register.
Dwayne Johnson’s Acquisition of “The Rock” Trademarks: A Legal Analysis
While specific details of the transaction remain undisclosed, such acquisitions typically involve negotiations between the parties regarding the scope of the trademark rights, financial considerations, and ongoing usage rights.
Increased Scamming on US Trademarks
Scammers are now calling US trademark owners and either offering services that are not needed or pretending to be the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and requesting payment.
Trade Dress Infringement Involving Old Bay
A local company produced a product to parody McCormick & Co.’s Old Bay packaging.
Get Kraken on Securing IP Rights
For the NHL Winter Classic, the Seattle Kraken decided to wear jerseys commemorating the Seattle Metropolitans – but there was a trademark problem.
Big Tech and IP: Google, Twitter, Trademarks and Patents
Lessons abound when it comes to intellectual property cases involving big names in tech.
Trademark Troubles for the Washington Football Team
IP News: Likelihood of confusion over the “Commanders” name results in a refusal of the Washington team’s trademark application.
New IP Resources Added
From trademarks and trade secrets to copyrights, patents and licensing, our expert attorneys provide legal counsel and guidance on IP matters.
What’s in a Name? The Prince Brand Lives On
In addition to trademarking his name symbol, Prince’s song “Purple Rain” was the subject of legal action.
Michael Antone to Host IP Webinar
Join us for an upcoming webinar: The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Intellectual Property – Trademarks, Copyrights, Patents and More.
Intellectual Property Trivia
Think you know IP? Test your intellectual property knowledge with IP trivia and interesting tidbits about copyrights, trademarks, patents and more.
Important Notice Regarding 3-Month Response for Trademarks
US Trademark update/reminder: The 3-month response period goes into effect December 1, 2022.
Michael Antone Shares IP Info for Entrepreneurs
In launching your business, imagine having all your hard work mitigated by one misstep – not protecting your intellectual property. Michael Antone’s recent article in Maryland Inno provides important info for entrepreneurs.
Nemphos Braue Adds Intellectual Property Attorney Michael Antone
Addressing the increased demand for intellectual property (IP) services, Nemphos Braue LLC announces the newest addition to its law firm – U.S. Registered Patent Attorney Michael Antone.
