IPNews® – Lizzo has a message for the trademark office – the Truth Hurts.
In a song by that name, Lizzo popularized the phrase 100% that Bitch. She is now one step closer to registering the phrase as a trademark.
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Intellectual Property News.com, published by Mandour & Associates, covers developments in intellectual property law focusing on trademarks, copyrights, patents, and related litigation. The blog discusses issues such as trademark registration and infringement, copyright protection and disputes, patent filings and enforcement, and intellectual property litigation strategies. It highlights cases involving brand protection, trademark cancellations, and legal challenges faced by companies in safeguarding their intellectual property assets. The content reflects the importance of intellectual property as a key business asset and addresses legal trends affecting IP rights and enforcement.
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Jack Daniels Takes on Dog Toy Trademark
IPNews® – The Biden Administration has recently sided with Jack Daniels in its trade dress battle against a dog toy.
The dog toy in question looks like a bottle of Jack Daniels except it reads “Bad Spaniels”. It also changes…
Trump Wanted to Trademark “Rigged Election.” Why It Didn’t Work
IPNews® – As part of the January 6th investigation it has come out that Donald Trump was interested in getting a trademark for “Rigged Election”.
Donald would have had an uphill climb to actually secure the rights though. He would…
A Black Santa Claus Trademark Battle Is Currently Brewing
IPNews® – Just before Christmas a trademark opposition was filed against a trademark application for My Santa Is Black.
The Opposition was filed by The Black Santa Company which owns several trademarks for “Black Santa”. The Grinch will surely be…
Rock Band Guns N’ Roses Sues Gun Store for Trademark Infringement
IPNews® – Rock band Guns N’ Roses has taken issue with a Texas store that is using its trademark.
The store sells – you guessed it – guns & roses. The band is alleging that the use is going to…
When Are Tattoos Copyright Protected? Courts Can’t Seem to Decide
IPNews® – Cardi B recently won a copyright infringement lawsuit brought against her related to a tattoo.
The tattoo in question appeared on her album cover without the knowledge or consent of Kevin Michael Brophy. It was Mr. Brophy’s back…
Unionized Workers Say Medieval Times Trademark Lawsuit is Unlawful
IPNews® – Medieval Times has filed a trademark infringement lawsuit against its employees after they began to form a union.
The action by the company raises labor law issues due to the fact that companies cannot retaliate against employees for…
The LDS Church Is Trying to Block Another Mormon Trademark
IPNews® – It appears that The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (LDS) has Real Housewives star Heather Gay in its crosshairs.
The reality TV star’s company – Heathertainment, Inc. – has filed a trademark Application for BAD MORMON. The…
Muhammad Ali Trademark Owners Oppose His Daughter Using Her Own Name
IPNews® – Laila Ali, the daughter of Muhammad Ali, has run into a problem in attempting to trademark her name.
Her trademark application for LAILA ALI was opposed by Muhammad Ali Enterprises LLC, which controls all intellectual property associated with…
Trademark filing for ‘Mountain Men: Ultimate Marksman’ indicates a New Show
IPNews® – A&E Television Networks, the parent company of the History Channel, recently filed a trademark application revealing a new planned show.
The application is for “Mountain Men: Ultimate Marksman” which appears to build on the network’s existing Mountain Men…