Trademarkology
Brands, Trademarks, and Registration
'90's Flashback: Prince's Trademark Cautionary Tale
I have a 8-week old daughter, and she's generally in good spirits. Like most newborns, however, she usually comes down with a case of the grumps in the evening (i.e., the so-called "witching hour"). This...
Warner Bros. Rises to Victory in Dark Knight Trademark Case
A few weeks ago, I wrote about Comic-Con. I failed to mention that many comic book and movie fans were none too pleased about the recent announcement that Ben Affleck would be following in the...
The 7th Consideration- Prepare Your Trademarks for Agent Battle
[caption id="attachment_3522" align="alignright" width="160"] This label was rejected for implying that beer will help your heart.[/caption] Deep in the recesses of the federal government in a department of which few have heard, is as even...
Washington Redskins Hog Wild Over Name
It doesn't look like the Washington Redskins will be changing their name any time soon. In June, we reported that the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board had cancelled six of the Redskins' trademark registrations. Last...
Suggestive Trademarks: A Subtle Hint Is Best
By: Justin McNaughtonI am heading back from attending the Demo Day in Memphis yesterday for Zeroto510, Tennessee's medical device incubator program. Zeroto510 is produced by Memphis Bioworks Foundation, a nonprofit organization in Tennessee which promotes...
Trademark Week in Review: August 15, 2014
Here's your weekly roundup of stories in the world of trademarks: Mari-Elise addressed this summer's creative misfires in the rebranding sphere. Bill got confused in Florida. Kevin rounded up ESPN's top trademarks. Randy explained what...
What Will Happen To Robin Williams' and Lauren Bacall's Trademark Registrations?
The entertainment world suffered a double blow this week with the passing of Robin Williams and Lauren Bacall. The unexpected loss of Robin Williams reverberated so deeply throughout the nation that it prompted President Obama...
Trademark Roundup: Top 5 ESPN Trademarks
The Mothership does everything big. From big takes (aka #HOTSPORTSTAKE) to big productions to a big trademark portfolio. That's right. ESPN understands the importance of federal trademark protection to the tune of over 150 registered...