Case Study: Big Yale v. Tiny Yale
Many business owners fail to take the time to determine whether the name they have chosen for their product or business is actually available for …
Things to Know Before Doing a Trademark Search
Registering a trademark takes time. If all goes well, you could have the entire process done within 10-12 months. But if you make mistakes during …
How To Conduct a Trademark Search
It happens so often. A client will come to me with a name ready for a trademark application. “Can you help me file this?” they …
5 Nasty Trademark Disputes Featuring Famous Musicians
In the music industry, a name is a more than just a name. It’s a brand. As with any brand, owners will protect their rights …
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Trademark Disputes: Nestlé v. Cadbury
In this article, we will discuss the trademark conflict between Cadbury, international confectioners who sought to trademark their signature purple packaging, and Nestlé, who sought …
What is a Trademark?
In short, a trademark is any word, phrase, name, logo, slogan, symbol or design that serves to distinguish the products or services of one business …
Trademarked Colors
As you shop, go to a restaurant or watch the delivery man drop off boxes at your home, you come into contact with many recognizable …
Trademark Research To Conduct Before Filing Your Application
Would you submit a job application without first researching the company? In the same way, you shouldn’t file a trademark application without first researching the process. …
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Penn State Trademarks
The sport industry is no stranger to trademark law. Successful athletes and universities have adopted strict policies in order to protect reasonable revenue streams from dilution …
Does a Trademark Registration Give You Rights To the Corresponding Domain Name?
If you own the trademark registration for a particular term or phrase, you might feel that you also have the rights to the corresponding domain name. That …
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Taylor Swift Trademarks
Taylor Swift exploded into national attention when her debut country music album reached the top 5 on the Billboard list in 2006. She has released …
Tesla Trademark Overview
Tesla, Inc. has had an interesting history so far – not only with its products and founder, but also with its trademarks. In fact, the …
How to Protect Your Registered Trademark
When you register a trademark, you gain legal protection for your intellectual property. Without a registered trademark, competitors and other evildoers could use your brand …
Branding Yourself: Why Freelancers Need a Personal Brand
Freelancers are rapidly taking over a major segment of the American economy. The idea of working in the office from 9 to 5 is giving …
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The Complete List of Trademark Office Actions and Correspondence
At any point after filing a trademark application you might receive correspondence from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). In some cases this might …
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Trademark 101: Where To Start
For many business owners, the idea of registering a trademark can be a bit intimidating. In the article below, we’ll provide some basic information about …