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Motion for summary judgment in Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB)

UncategorizedBy CLG Attorneys August 12, 2024

What is motion for summary judgment in Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB)? Motion for summary judgment in Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB) A motion for summary judgment in a Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB) proceeding is a formal request made by one party asking the Board to decide the case, or specific issues within the case, without going to trial. The party filing the motion argues that there are no genuine disputes…

What is the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board?

UncategorizedBy CLG Attorneys August 8, 2024

TRADEMARK TRIAL APPEAL BOARD (TTAB) – OVERVIEW The Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB) is an administrative body within the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). It is responsible for adjudicating disputes related to trademark applications and registrations. The TTAB operates under the authority of the USPTO and handles several types of proceedings, including: Trademark Opposition Proceedings: These occur when a party opposes the registration of a trademark. The opposing party may believe that…

Complete Guide to the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB)

UncategorizedBy CLG Attorneys August 7, 2024

Complete Guide to the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB) Overview The Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB) is an administrative body within the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). It handles specific types of cases involving trademarks, primarily focusing on the legal issues surrounding the registration of trademarks. The TTAB’s primary functions include adjudicating appeals of trademark registration refusals, and resolving oppositions to the registration of trademarks and petitions to cancel registrations of…

UNDERSTANDING TRADE DRESS BASICS

UncategorizedBy CLG Attorneys June 19, 2024

Understanding Trade Dress and Product Design Protection in the Context of Trademark Law Trade dress refers to the visual appearance of a product or its packaging that signifies the source of the product to consumers. In the context of protecting packaging designs, trade dress includes the overall look and feel of the packaging, which can encompass features such as size, shape, color, texture, graphics, and even particular sales techniques. Key Aspects of Trade Dress: Source…

TTAB DISCOVERY CONFERENCE

UncategorizedBy CLG Attorneys March 22, 2024

Understanding the TTAB Discovery Conference and Why It Matters During a Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB) discovery conference, the parties involved typically discuss various aspects related to the discovery process in the trademark dispute. The purpose of the conference is to streamline the discovery process, resolve any disputes regarding discovery, and establish guidelines for conducting discovery efficiently. Here are some key points that may be discussed during a TTAB discovery conference: Scope of Discovery:…

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Motion for summary judgment in Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB)

What is the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board?

Complete Guide to the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB)

UNDERSTANDING TRADE DRESS BASICS

TTAB DISCOVERY CONFERENCE