Xavier Morales Taylor Swift reigns over the pop charts, but the singer can also lay claim to being the queen of trademarks. She has trademarked several of her famous phrases and images. She even famously trademarked the names of her cats. It’s all part of the successful media empire she has been building from an early age. … Read more
Football fans instantly recognize the stylized bird and blue colors of the Seattle Seahawks logo. The Seahawks won their first Super Bowl in 2014, and that gave even more people the chance to wonder what that bird was. How the Team Started In 1974, the city of Seattle received word that it would soon host … Read more
Subaru has built a reputation as a reliable car whose models regularly make the top 10 lists for safety. Its advertising promises you’ll be able to protect the ones you love by driving a Subaru. The Subaru logo is distinctive for its star pattern. How do those stars symbolize the company? Start of Subaru Subaru … Read more
The large, retro-looking logo of Warner Brothers has graced movie screens for more than 100 years. The studio has released some of film history’s most notable movies, including Casablanca, Streetcar Named Desire, The Matrix and Batman: The Dark Knight. Warner Brothers is a multinational entertainment conglomerate with headquarters in Hollywood, but it began as a … Read more
Yahoo is the oldest company to come out of the tech boom of the 1990s. Its brash name, bold purple colors and funny advertising seemed like the heralds of a new age. Since its founding, its logo has reflected key moments in Yahoo’s history. Impact of Yahoo For many in the 1990s, the portal with … Read more
Choosing a business name is one of the most important decisions that an entrepreneur can make. The name of a company forms the foundation upon which all other factors are built. A weak name can set up an entire business for failure, regardless of its products or services. Avoid overused clichés and choose a name … Read more
Paramount Pictures is the longest operating and only remaining major studio in Hollywood. This historic studio has produced thousands of memorable films and movies over more than a century. Its iconic mountain logo still opens many famous movies. Started with a Nickelodeon Paramount Pictures had its start in 1912. Adolph Zukor was a New York … Read more
In 1901, businessmen Charles Somers and Jack Kitoyl purchased a baseball team they named the Cleveland Bluebirds. When the Major League of Baseball formed, the Cleveland team became one of its charter members. Early Uniform and Logos At the time, the team had simple logos and uniform designs. The original team uniform of 1901 featured … Read more
In 2020, the company behind Aunt Jemima announced it was changing the name of the famous baking mix. For many people, it was long past time. For years, Aunt Jemima has been criticized by many as a racist, insensitive spokesperson. The image of Aunt Jemima depicted on the box has changed several times, and it … Read more
If you think of pizza when you see a red roof, you’re not alone. All over the world, a red roof is associated with Pizza Hut. With more than 18,700 locations, it is the world’s largest pizza chain. Since its founding over 60 years ago, with a brief exception, the chain has kept that bright … Read more
The Pittsburgh Steelers are one of the most storied franchises in the National Football League (NFL). Since 1933, ownership of the team has remained in the hands of the original family. Under the Rooney family’s direction, the team became the first to win six Super Bowls. Among other things, the Steelers are famous for their … Read more
Toyota is one of the most popular car brands in the world, and it’s the top seller of Japanese cars in the U.S. Toyota is the only foreign automaker whose car sales compare favorably with those of Ford and Chevy. The well-known Toyota symbol is synonymous with high quality, dependability and gas mileage. Building on … Read more
The founding of AT&T starts with the invention of the telephone. Alexander Graham Bell was a teacher and inventor who was renowned for his work teaching deaf students. Alexander’s mother and wife were both deaf, and he had a personal and professional interest in helping deaf people communicate. Teaching the Deaf Born in Scotland, Bell … Read more
Let us start with the obvious question: should you hire a trademark attorney? Absolutely. Hiring a trademark attorney is a smart move – one that pays for itself in the long run. A licensed trademark attorney offers you an invaluable range of services. For instance, an attorney can help you choose a strong mark to … Read more
The NBA, or National Basketball Association, started in 1946 under the name The Basketball Association of America. A group of businessmen decided to start a league consisting of teams from across the United States and Canada. At the time however they had to compete with other organizations and find a way to make their organization … Read more
Chrysler is an American automobile manufacturer founded by Walter Chrysler in 1925. Walter Chrysler took over the Maxwell Motor Company and within three years expanded to acquire multiple other brands. Chrysler has worked hard to create a recognizable image that represents the most important elements of the company. Over the decades the Chrysler logo has … Read more