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Icon for cyber.harvard.eduHarvard Medical School · Aug 21, 2024

Overview of Trademark Law

For example, the term "Computer" is a generic term for computer equipment. Generic marks are entitled to no protection under trademark law. Thus, a manufacturer selling "Computer" brand computers (or "Apple" brand apples, etc.) would have no exclusive ...
Icon for www.purdue.eduPurdue University · Jul 8, 2018

Purdue Trademarks

A trademark is a distinctive mark identified with a person or thing, or where a product or service comes from. Trademarks can be displayed in many forms. The list below pairs a type of trademark with a Purdue example. Word (Purdue) Phrase ("Boiler Up ...
Icon for www.investopedia.comInvestopedia · Aug 15, 2020

What Is a Trademark?

Trademark laws prohibit a business from using a symbol or brand name if it looks or sounds similar, or has a similar meaning to one that already exists for a similar entity. For example ...
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Federal Circuit Finds Beer Trademark Application Nothing but "Chicken Scratch"

In yet another recent example of the need for care in establishing a full record when appealing the denial of a trademark application, on April
Under30CEO on MSN.com · 7d

Copyright vs. Trademark: Don’t Waste Money on the Wrong One

When it comes to protecting your creative work or brand, understanding the differences between copyright and trademark is key. Many people mix them up, leading to costly mistakes. This article will break down what each type of IP protection covers,
Icon for wmich.eduWestern Michigan University · Oct 7, 2024

Trademark and Permissions

WMU trademark is any mark, logo, symbol, nickname, letter(s), word or derivative that can be associated with Western Michigan University and can be distinguished from other institutions or entities. Some examples of WMU trademarks are: Western Michigan ...
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Breaking the Mold: Exploring the Boundaries of Unconventional Trademarks – Part II

Part I of the article discussed what are Unconventional Trademarks, their categories and the Legal Position of Unconventional Trademarks around The Globe. Part
Icon for www.northwestern.eduKellogg School of Management · Jun 22, 2016

Trademark Licensing Policy

Northwestern University owns and controls its name(s) and other marks, logos, insignias, seals, designs, and symbols (hereafter, "marks" or "trademarks") that have become associated with the University. Examples of our trademarks are the Northwestern ...
Icon for www.msn.comFashion Glamp on MSN.com · Feb 6, 2025

The Iconic Red Soles of Christian Louboutin: A Tale of Fashion and Trademark

is a prime example of the ongoing challenges faced by Louboutin. Although these sneakers do not fall under “women’s high fashion designer footwear,” the potential for trademark infringement ...