by Angela Langlotz | Oct 23, 2018 | Trademark Infringement, Trademark Usage, Trademarks |
Sometimes trademark infringement occurs when a competitor adopts the visual impression, or “look and feel” of a company’s packaging, the look of their restaurant, or the colors that are used in a retail space. This type of infringement, called “trade dress...
by Angela Langlotz | Sep 24, 2018 | Trademark Registration, Trademark Usage, Trademarks |
So-called “suggestive” trademarks make very strong marks because of the associations that they conjure up for the consumer. A suggestive mark alludes to a quality, feature, or end use of the goods or services, without coming right out and stating it. While the...
by Angela Langlotz | Sep 17, 2018 | Design Marks, Logo marks, Trademark Infringement, Trademark Usage, Trademarks |
In response to the “Stand or Don’t Stand” NFL National Anthem controversy, an Army veteran (and we thank him for his service) has created a line of clothing to protest Nike’s support of NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick, who has chosen to kneel rather than stand during...
by Angela Langlotz | Sep 10, 2018 | Design Marks, Trademark Infringement, Trademark Usage, Trademarks |
Iconic British brand Burberry, makers of very plaid overcoat linings, scarves, clothing, watches, perfume, and accessories is suing iconic American discount retailer Target for violating its trademark plaid pattern on scarves and other items. The British luxury...
by Angela Langlotz | Aug 27, 2018 | Trademark Opposition Proceedings, Trademark Registration, Trademark Usage, Trademarks |
Trademark conflicts happen often, and here I discuss the trademark kerfuffle between rap star Andre Young, aka Dr. Dre, and Pennsylvania gynecologist and author Dr. Draion Burch, who goes by the moniker “Dr. Drai” for his seminars and publications. The protracted...
by Angela Langlotz | Aug 20, 2018 | Trademark Registration, Trademark Usage, Trademarks |
So-called “suggestive” trademarks make great brands, because they suggest rather than describe certain qualities or uses of the goods or services. Suggestive marks help inform the consumer about the goods, without telling the consumer outright what the goods are for....
