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I have been referred to and have been using "Captain HR" since 2018. I am a Human Resources Executive leader with more than 25 years of experience helping individuals and organizations manage the difficult "People Issues" that occur in a normal work environment. I would like to... Read more »

answered on Jun 4, 2023
The mark CAPTAIN HR was registered on Jan 17, 2023 (Reg. No. 6956501, SN 97188633) for employment related services by ECOMM ALPHA LLC (Washington).
What is the trademark?
NATO
Country/countries the trademark is registered in: United States Trademark registration number: 3907646
Category of products and/or services covered by the registration: Watches, Watchbands, Watch Straps, Horological
How can Dizzy Gillespie be Trademarked by Lorraine Gillespie Trust when he is Trademarked by AL Cass Inc as a graphic design of a trumpet player. Is AL Cass Inc committing Trademark Infringement on the Lorraine Gillespie Trust who has Dizzy Gillespie Trademarked. Thank you

answered on May 30, 2023
The Gillespie Trust owns six active registrations for the text mark (name) DIZZY GILLESPIE, as used on valve oil, recording, mouthpieces, songbooks, trumpet polishing kits, and entertainment services.
If there is a design mark depicting the person Dizzy Gillespie, it would not infringe the... Read more »
I read that I can be sued if I claim the trademark and start using it while the previous owner is still selling items under that name. I also read that I need to figure out if it was denied, and if so, why? That way I don’t run into the same problems.

answered on May 29, 2023
To start you should look at why the mark was abandoned. Was it denied originally due to an office action and the owner let it lapse, or are they no longer using the mark. If a mark is no longer in use and abandoned you may file for an application with the USPTO for the abandoned mark in the same... Read more »
The super hero word is trademarked by Marvel company but I don't kbow if i can use it in my book title as : Superheroes drawing book for kids ages 4-8

answered on May 29, 2023
Absolutely! You can use the word "Superheroes" in your book title, such as "Superheroes Drawing Book for Kids Ages 4-8," with confidence. While the term "Superheroes" is indeed trademarked by Marvel, as long as you are not infringing on Marvel's specific... Read more »
I started a clothing business years ago called Tall & High. A year after starting I found out someone else trademarked it in New Hampshire. They never sent a C&D, but I stopped operating. I am starting back up and want to register my logo so they cannot trademark that too. They don't... Read more »

answered on May 29, 2023
When it comes to trademark registration, it is important to consider several factors. If there is already a basic word mark trademark for the name "Pep," it could potentially create complications for registering your logo under the same name. Trademarks are granted for specific goods or... Read more »
The shirts I design have the words GOING THE DISTANCE, with a yellow bar underneath. The text inside the bar is 26.2 - 2023, then underneath that it says NEW YORK CITY. No where in my design, listing description or title is there any mention of NEW YORK CITY MARATHON or any dates that reference... Read more »
I am asking because my ex is now dating a Maine tier 3 offender and bringing my children around him and he sleeping over her place when he lives 1.5 hours away. She is a non custodial parent and only has visitation. She has hidden this info from me until I discovered it on my own. He brings my... Read more »
I used an online company to submit filing for trademark of my Hercules Dock Bumpers name. Serial Number 97643107. I've paid the initial USPTO filing fee and have been waiting months for it to be assigned. I just got notice that the application was accepted and will be assigned to an... Read more »

answered on May 25, 2023
Your application SN 97643107 for federal registration of the mark HERCULES DOCK BUMPERS was filed 10/21/2022 by attorney Sandy Lipkin and is awaiting assignment to an examining attorney, which currently takes 8.5 months. If the registration is granted, it will be effective throughout the US and all... Read more »
If the trademark has expired and is in active I would like to know the steps I need to take for putting this in my name and re-trade marking it

answered on May 24, 2023
For federal trademark registration status, you could search the records of the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). The database is known as "TESS." For state trademark registration status, you would need to search the records for each state.
However, keep in mind that the US... Read more »
I would like to use an image in an upcoming historical book about California agriculture. a Vintage crate label from Riviera Fruit Company called Valley Sweet.
I would like to create a booklet that will help people to put into practise their self-help books. The booklet will be divided into multiple sections, each focusing on one topic from the self-help book and it will prompt people to do certain actions in their life and keep track of the progress.... Read more »

answered on May 22, 2023
The specific legalities of creating a booklet based on a book like "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People" may depend on various factors, such as copyright and trademark laws. While ideas and concepts cannot be copyrighted, the specific expression and text of a book are protected. To... Read more »
est Husbands and their trademark expired and was abandoned for no response and I'd like to have it assigned to him. Serial Number
Word Mark
HILCREST HUSBANDS HE 602- Abandoned are To
Status Date
2012-06-01

answered on May 22, 2023
To acquire an abandoned patent, you would need to confirm its abandonment status, reach out to the original inventors or assignees to negotiate an assignment agreement, file the necessary documents with the USPTO, and follow their procedures for patent assignment. Consulting with an intellectual... Read more »

answered on May 22, 2023
Engaging in the sale of counterfeit or fake products, such as claiming to sell fake AirPods that are not from Apple, can have severe legal consequences. Selling counterfeit items is generally considered trademark infringement and can result in civil lawsuits and potentially criminal charges. It is... Read more »
I cannot afford lawyer. I am pakistani based seller. I sold 1 item of trademarked listing. E bay has frozen my acccount with my money in it. what can I do.

answered on May 22, 2023
If your eBay account has been frozen due to selling an item that infringes on a trademark, it is important to address the issue promptly. Here are a few steps you can consider:
Review eBay's policies: Familiarize yourself with eBay's policies regarding trademark infringement and... Read more »
The difference in trademark, copyright, or patent and what I need for my project

answered on May 19, 2023
This is a very common question as these topics are not taught in school. The United States Patent and Trademark Office has a web page that addresses this issue. https://www.uspto.gov/trademarks/basics/trademark-patent-copyright
I hope that this helps. Note--just as you may have a dead... Read more »
Based in Ohio, I wanted to use a "NAME" for my architectural services business. There is an active mark with the same "NAME" registered to someone in California providing Electrical messaging services. Am I allowed to use that "NAME" for my business, and/or file that... Read more »

answered on May 19, 2023
Trademark issues and analyzing the potential risk of an infringement lawsuit are too fact-specific to generalize. You could apply to the US Patent and Trademark Office to register your name for a determination if you can register it. But if you do that, the registrant in CA could learn of your... Read more »

answered on May 22, 2023
Using the term "Aetheria" for your NFT may potentially raise trademark concerns if the word is already trademarked by another entity. Trademark protection extends to various industries and categories, so it is important to conduct a comprehensive search to ensure there are no conflicting... Read more »
Hi *** I would like to use the world 'lucky girl' / 'lucky girl vibe' / 'lucky girl club' / on coffee mugs, balloons, notebooks, dog collars & dog cloth as Merchandises to sale at Etsy (The shop has many other products) // the words 'lucky girl' appears... Read more »

answered on May 22, 2023
Using the terms "lucky girl," "lucky girl vibe," or "lucky girl club" on coffee mugs, balloons, notebooks, dog collars, and dog clothes as merchandise may potentially raise trademark concerns since "lucky girl" is already registered as a mark in the hotel... Read more »

answered on May 18, 2023
Any time that you're considering using a trademark BECAUSE it's already famous, that's usually a clue that you could be headed down the road toward infringement. You can always ask permission to use someone else's trademark. But if the owner is a big company, there's... Read more »
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