One distilled agave drink . . . Two distilled agave drink. . . Three distilled agave drink. . . Sometimes only Tequila will do the trick. But how do you know if what’s in your shot glass is the real thing? Fear not, the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board is here to help. The TTAB … Continue reading
In the United States, a trademark owner must use their mark in commerce to maintain a federal trademark registration. This requirement is different from many other countries which do not require use of the mark to maintain registration. Further, the trademark owner is required periodically to prove to the United States Patent and Trademark Office … Continue reading
Lucasfilm, the Disney subsidiary and owner of the world-famous Star Wars franchise, is making headlines this week after filing suit against “Lightsaber Academy,” a school of Jedi swordplay. Lucasfilm’s complaint, filed in California federal court on October 14, targets Michael Brown, the operator of Lightsaber Academy, Thrills and Skills, and New York Jedi. Brown and … Continue reading