How Proprietary Trademarks Fall into the Public Domain as Generic Terms
Fish Tank: Newsletter Volume 23, Issue 6
People are familiar with the most famous examples of trademarks which have been “lost”—or almost lost.
Trade-MARK MADNESS
Fish Tank: Newsletter Volume 23, Issue 5
If you are looking to capitalize on the NCAA tournament, make sure to draw up your promotional play with a trademark attorney beforehand.
Happy (Belated) Public Domain Day!
FishBits: Mini Article Volume 23, Issue 1
Public Domain Day is celebrated on January 1st and commemorates the expiration of copyright protection for certain creative works. US copyright law provides the copyright owner with certain exclusive rights for a limited time, after which the works fall into the public domain.
Long Live the Queen of Christmas!
Fish Tank: Newsletter Volume 22, Issue 26
Mariah Carey filed a U.S. trademark application attempting to claim trademark rights to “QUEEN OF CHRISTMAS” for a wide range of different goods and services including alcoholic beverages, online retail services, dog collars, musical recordings, body lotions, spa items, Christmas decorations, and even lactose-free milk.