Brothel Entitled to Trademark Protection

An appeals court in Koblenz has ruled that a German brothel could not adopt the name of an already existing bordello.

What are design patents?

Information on the useful protections offered by design patents.

“West F*** Virginia” and University Color Scheme Trademark Protection - American University Intellectual Property Brief

“West F*** Virginia” and University Color Scheme Trademark Protection American University Intellectual Property Brief The first side of the argument is that the university's color scheme deserves protection in and of itself. Courts, however, are split on whether a university's color scheme alone could give rise to trademark protection. In its complaint, the plaintiff ...

Hengtai Wins Trademark Infringement Case for REHAU - Houston Chronicle

Hengtai Wins Trademark Infringement Case for REHAU Houston Chronicle Trademark “REHAU” has been registered and gained protection in tens of countries (including China) applying at all 45 categories of commodity international classification. REHAU Trading is one of REHAU group's China companies. and more »

Operation Fake Sweep: Protecting the NFL Brand - American University Intellectual Property Brief

American University Intellectual Property Brief

Operation Fake Sweep: Protecting the NFL Brand American University Intellectual Property Brief It is no surprise that the NFL takes protecting its brand very seriously. The production and sale of counterfeit goods is a clear violation of American trademark law. Unsurprisingly, ICE has targeted foreign importers in its crackdown. and more »