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2 Answers | Asked in Trademark and Intellectual Property for Utah on
Q: I am wondering about trademark law specific to a product and words rather than a logo/brand company name.

I made a chronic illness planner. Another company has a trademark on the words-UTOPS confirmed, "Chronic Illness Planner." (It's not their brand nor logo/company name but trademarked to their specific planner product). What are the safe bounds for my product and name, (which would... View More

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answered on Mar 14, 2024

Based on the information you've provided, here are some key points to consider regarding trademark law and your specific situation:

1. Trademark infringement: Using the exact trademarked phrase "Chronic Illness Planner" for your product could potentially lead to trademark...
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Q: I am wondering about trademark law specific to a product and words rather than a logo/brand company name.

I made a chronic illness planner. Another company has a trademark on the words-UTOPS confirmed, "Chronic Illness Planner." (It's not their brand nor logo/company name but trademarked to their specific planner product). What are the safe bounds for my product and name, (which would... View More

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answered on Mar 13, 2024

I am skeptical that someone actually registered a trademark for such a descriptive or even generic combination of words. Because you have not engaged me I have done no work to investigate or confirm your facts. Taking what you say as true, there is a very limited scope of protection for a... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Trademark and Intellectual Property for Utah on
Q: Planner company has TM on "Chronic Illness Planner." How can I use those words legally without infringing on trademark?

A planner company (bloom planners) has trademarked the words "chronic illness planner" and I'm wondering what legal ways I can use those words without infringing on the trademark? Chronic Illness and Planner are both generic words but put together for that company, they represent a... View More

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answered on Feb 25, 2024

Navigating the use of trademarked terms requires careful consideration to avoid infringement. When a company has a trademark on specific terms like "Chronic Illness Planner," it means they have exclusive rights to use those terms in certain contexts, particularly in the same industry or... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Copyright, Intellectual Property and Trademark for Utah on
Q: Hello gentlemen of Justia,I am starting a new collectible trading card game and I would like to Copyright the name.

I am starting a new collectible trading card game and I would like to Copyright the name before start all the design and PR. Is there a way to check if names are copyrighted or not? And Also, if a name is copyrighted but under another category (videogames for example), what happen?

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answered on Jan 17, 2024

To protect the name of your collectible trading card game, you should consider trademark registration, not copyright. Copyrights protect original works of authorship, like books and music, while trademarks protect brand names, logos, and other identifiers of the source of goods or services.... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Copyright, Intellectual Property and Trademark for Utah on
Q: Hello gentlemen of Justia,I am starting a new collectible trading card game and I would like to Copyright the name.

I am starting a new collectible trading card game and I would like to Copyright the name before start all the design and PR. Is there a way to check if names are copyrighted or not? And Also, if a name is copyrighted but under another category (videogames for example), what happen?

I would... View More

Fritz-Howard Raymond Clapp
Fritz-Howard Raymond Clapp
answered on Jan 15, 2024

The concern is with trademarks, not copyright. You should consult an experienced trademark attorney to review your plan, research existing marks and assist with the selection of a mark that you will be able to register for exclusive use in the relevant market. If the game will be distributed in... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Gaming, Copyright, Intellectual Property and Trademark for Utah on
Q: Can I use "K9" for a Dog Kennel, Gaming Community, or any Publicly Official Name and risk legal trouble?

I am considering a few ideas and want to relate them to my dog. I have a dream of owning and running a Dog Kennel and Breed Dogs Officially and I have a Gaming Community that is looking for an Official Name. I would like to relate it with K9. I know K9 is often referring to Federal Working Dogs and... View More

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answered on Dec 4, 2023

Using "K9" in the name of your dog kennel or gaming community is generally permissible, as "K9" is a common term used to refer to dogs, particularly in the context of police or military dogs. The term itself is not typically subject to copyright because it is considered a... View More

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Q: Trademark 88412652 can i apply for that trademark
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answered on Sep 24, 2023

To determine if you can apply for the trademark associated with serial number 88412652, you'll need to check its current status in the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) database. If the trademark is listed as abandoned or expired and there are no other conflicting marks, you... View More

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Q: Trademark 88412652 can i apply for that trademark
Felicia Altman
Felicia Altman
answered on Sep 20, 2023

When looking at the USPTO this mark is shown as abandoned. If the USPTO mark the trademark as dead then it is no longer protected and someone else can file for the mark. If the mark is still in-use and registered/active another individual or company would be unable to register for the mark.

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Q: Can I use the same color in general with an app and we do similar business but different UI designs

Is it possible for me to use a color? "blue" which another business already uses, we are similar businesses but our app layout is very different.

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answered on Aug 6, 2023

In general, using a common color like "blue" in a business application is not likely to be considered trademark infringement, especially if the overall design, layout, and branding are distinct. Trademark protection usually requires a specific combination of elements that create a unique... View More

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Q: Can I use the same color in general with an app and we do similar business but different UI designs

Is it possible for me to use a color? "blue" which another business already uses, we are similar businesses but our app layout is very different.

David Aldrich
David Aldrich
answered on Aug 3, 2023

Someone can always sue; the important question is whether someone would have a reasonable case against you. Usually, color alone is not sufficient to establish an enforceable trademark right, but there are exceptions, when a color has become associated with a particular product in the minds of... View More

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Q: If a Trademark status is "Status800 - Registered and Renewed" Does that mean company keeps the trademark forever?

So my point comes from that Sony Pictures Television owns the animated show "the critic" trademark, the show was created back in the mid 90s. I want to only hope that Sony keeps the trademark of the show. Its just a matter of do they have complete control of the trademark when its filed... View More

Fritz-Howard Raymond Clapp
Fritz-Howard Raymond Clapp
answered on Feb 16, 2023

DRAGON TALES was registered for "entertainment services in the nature of an ongoing children's television series" in 2000 by Columbia Pictures Television and the registration is now owned by Sony Pictures Television. The registration was renewed in 2019 for another ten-year term,... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Intellectual Property and Trademark for Utah on
Q: Can I use the tagline "The Whoniverse, the Multiverse, to infinity and beyond..." in a logo for a travel agency

I am designing a logo for a travel agent that will be used at comic conventions and similar fan experiences to advertise a service that arranges travel to such conventions.

Fritz-Howard Raymond Clapp
Fritz-Howard Raymond Clapp
answered on Jan 22, 2023

Although there are trademark registrations for marks including the words WHONIVERSE and MULTIVERSE, use of these words in a slogan should be considered fair use and not infringing as they are generic terms.

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Q: I was looking on the gov website and several trademarks there said they were canceled. What website is more accurate?
Sean Goodwin
Sean Goodwin
answered on Mar 27, 2024

The USPTO website is the most accurate website for a U.S. trademark registration status. If the trademark listed was "canceled," then the first person to apply for that trademark and the same class/listing would become the new owner once the examination was completed.

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Q: Is it possible to use RL (from Ralph Lauren) In our brand name? Like RL clothing, RL vintage etc.
Eugene Vamos
Eugene Vamos
answered on May 4, 2023

In short, No. RL is part of a portfolio of trademarks that protect the Polo Ralph Lauren empire. I strongly suggest that you do not pursue this trademark as it will immediately incur the wrath of Polo Ralph Lauren and its lawyers.

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1 Answer | Asked in Copyright and Trademark for Utah on
Q: I want to make some NFT art. Is there a way i can use comic characters, people's likenesses or mythical gods legally?

My art wouldnt be a copy and paste situation. For example, Its more or less a 3d sock puppet that looks like superman.

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answered on Jan 19, 2022

Generally speaking, you need to be careful when tying to use copyrighted pictures, images, characters, or real living third party persons in your NFT's. I know this is a new area of technology, but traditional principles of copyright law still exist. Unless you are making a COLLAGE, for... View More

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Q: I have some questions that I have about an LLC that I started that might already be trademarked in a different state

If the LLC is already trademarked does that mean I cant start my LLC? The company that has that name looks like they've been inactive for sometime, or could I patent the name? Or does it not matter since its in a different state?

Marcos Garciaacosta
Marcos Garciaacosta
answered on Dec 28, 2021

You need to consult with an attorney.

The use of a name in a company name may or may not be indicative of a brand use.

And you would need to do a trademark search and analysis to find out your options.

4 Answers | Asked in Intellectual Property and Trademark for Utah on
Q: Is the name of my podcast infringing a trademark, and should I change it?

I have a podcast, and we are just coming up on 10 episodes this weekend. After a google search, and I don't know why I didn't think to do this before, we realized that there is another podcast by the same exact name as ours! In fact, there are two or three. I'm worried we could get... View More

Omar Darwich
Omar Darwich
answered on Jun 29, 2021

So I don't want to sound like Im beating a dead horse, but you should consult with an attorney.

That might not be enough to pass the likelihood of confusion test or perhaps there might not be a need to add that subtitle.

consult with an attorney! we dont bite

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Q: How much does a trademark cost?
Drew Chalfant
Drew Chalfant
answered on Feb 25, 2021

The application itself will cost $250-$350 for each "class" of goods and services that you file in. For example, if you offer candles for sale, and candle making classes under the trademark "Wickzy", you would likely want to file in both classes in the same application. Many... View More

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Q: If my product is not one listed in 'goods and services' can I still use the trademarked word?
Stephen Kontos
Stephen Kontos
answered on Oct 5, 2020

It's possible, but you should talk to a trademark lawyer to confirm. If the federal registration does not list your particular goods or services, the owner of the mark may have acquired state or common law rights with respect to the mark used with your intended goods or services. The federal... View More

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Q: I'm trying to make a clothing brand named blase, would i still be able to or is there legal issues?
John Martin Hilla
John Martin Hilla
answered on Mar 31, 2020

Consult a trademark attorney to discuss your proposed mark in a private consultation.

Many of us offer free virtual consultations to potential clients nationwide.

The first step that is required to answer your question is to retain an attorney to conduct a thorough clearance...
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