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Monthly Archives: May 2018

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Posted on May 16, 2018 by Erik

Popular phrases that arise out of tragedies generally do not function as trademarks

While this headline is from a recent article takes place...

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Posted on May 15, 2018 by Erik

One week until Meet The Bloggers XIV at #INTA18

Just one week until the fourteenth Meet The Bloggers happy hour in Seattle! I have...

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Posted on May 14, 2018 by Erik

Trademark Lawyer’s Guide to Seattle for #INTA18

I just a few days, thousands of trademark professionals from around the world will descend...

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Posted on May 9, 2018 by Erik

Using the Proper Trademark Symbols

There are key differences between the various trademark symbols. Listen to this podcast and to Erik explaining each.

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Posted on May 9, 2018 by Erik

Beware of scam from PTMI (Patent and Trademark Institute)

This is so scammy! The top of the page in bold states “REGISTER OF PROTECTED...

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Posted on May 8, 2018 by Erik

Update: 35 pending USPTO trademark applications were filed last century

Eighteen months ago, I blogged about 54 applications filed in...

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Posted on May 7, 2018 by Erik

TPAC Meeting Summary – May 4, 2018

Last Friday, the Trademark Public Advisory Committee (TPAC) met at the USPTO headquarters in Alexandria, VA. I attended the meeting in person. The...

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Posted on May 4, 2018 by Erik

Anatomy of a Trademark Likelihood of Confusion Response to Office Action

The most common substantive rejection of a USPTO trademark application...

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Posted on May 3, 2018 by Erik

Trademark Registration Timeline

Each trademark application with the USPTO is unique. The application process is lengthy and complex, and features multiple stages or steps. For some...

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Posted on May 2, 2018 by Erik

How long Does the Trademark Application Take?

How long does the trademark application take is one of the most common questions and...

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