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Trademarking colors is a unique way to protect a brand's visual identity and set it apart from competitors. Companies like Owens Corning, UPS and Tiffany & Co. have successfully trademarked their specific colors and are now reaping the benefits of…
When it comes to trademarking, most people think of logos or slogans. But what about colors? Can a color be trademarked? The answer is yes, but it's not as simple as you might think. The first thing to understand is that a trademark is a way to protect…
In March and April, we plan to release our Patent Intelligence Report and Trademark Intelligence Report, which will cover patent and trademark prosecution in the past five years. These two popular IP practice areas typically cover many more law firms and…
Trademark law is an important tool for businesses and individuals seeking to protect their brand identity and reputation. A trademark is a word, phrase, symbol, or design that identifies and distinguishes a particular product or service from those of…
Most startup owners already know what can and can’t be registered as a trademark, but are all possible trademarks worth to be chosen as names for your future business? When choosing a trademark for your startup, it's essential to consider both…
Until 1997, Japan followed the examples of major industrialized countries regarding trademark law. They offered a pre-registration trademark opposition system, which allowed for filing opposition before any examination took place. This system, however,…
Just last week, a new complaint was filed in the California Central District Court that initiated a lawsuit arguing patent, trademark, and copyright infringement. Lifetime Brands is a known manufacturer of kitchenware, tableware, and other products used at…
The third week of October has been rather active in trademark prosecution, at least for Visa , Paypal , and Western Union companies. In addition, American Express and the New York Stock Exchange have filed several trademark applications related to crypto…
The Lanham Act of 1946 has served as the primary federal trademark statute of law in the U.S. It regulates the entire trademark landscape, starting with the application, opposition, and registration, as well as prohibiting the acts of trademark…
A case filed to the Grand Board of the EU Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) on September 9, 2022, will be added to an ongoing and prolonged legal battle between the country of Iceland and the British supermarket chain Iceland Foods over the trademark…
A trademark battle seems to have started, and it’s quite unusual not only because it involves a child battling his parent but also because it represents a possibly unprecedented case where the consent to register a trademark was first granted and now…
Who doesn't remember his distinctive running style, the several world records broken individually and as a team, but also his iconic celebration pose? According to the trademark application nr. 97552042 , Usain Bolt is trying to trademark a logo of his…
