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1 Answer | Asked in Trademark for New Jersey on
Q: This trademark expired because the owner forgot to renew it I’m a member of the Last Chance MC club and we would like

To renew and transfer the trademark.

What can I do to accomplish this

Marcos Garciaacosta
Marcos Garciaacosta answered on Aug 12, 2021

You need to consult with an attorney and file a new application

Best luck!

1 Answer | Asked in Trademark for Maryland on
Q: Can I apply and register for this trademark or do they still have common rights law ?
Omar Darwich
Omar Darwich answered on Aug 10, 2021

Its going to depend. You did not really provide any details. For example are they still using the mark?

Best bet would be to consult with an attorney

1 Answer | Asked in Business Law, Copyright and Trademark for California on
Q: hi. you have a case belongs to Bristol-Myers Squibb & Gilead Sciences regarding the trademark of ARIVITY, right?

hi. you have a case belongs to Bristol-Myers Squibb & Gilead Sciences regarding the trademark of ARIVITY, right?

i own a domain name that makes the ownership stronger which is www.arivity.com

if you or your client interested in that let me know.

because usually... Read more »

Omar Darwich
Omar Darwich answered on Aug 10, 2021

Im not sure I understand the question.

Was this individual reaching out to you to sell the domain name?

1 Answer | Asked in Trademark on
Q: How can Fuji Xerox Co., Ltd. have Ethernet as a registered trademark? I thought it was relinquished by Xerox in 1983?

I'm an English editor for Hitachi Review, and for many years I have been told to quote the following trademark language when translating anything involving Ethernet: "Ethernet is a registered trademark of Fuji Xerox Co., Ltd." All the sources I can find, including JUSTIA, indicate... Read more »

Marcos Garciaacosta
Marcos Garciaacosta answered on Aug 10, 2021

Interesting. It may be that it became generic so it was better just to go to the public.

Since it happened long time ago there is little online record of that.

3 Answers | Asked in Trademark on
Q: I would like to revive a trademark. How can I do this? and where can I have help?

I would like to revive the following trademark:

Serial Number78872802

Word Mark SENSYO

Status602 - Abandoned-Failure To Respond Or Late Response

Status Date2007-04-27

Filing Date2006-04-29

Evelyn Suero
Evelyn Suero answered on Aug 10, 2021

A Petition to Revive a trademark registration application generally must be filed within two months of receipt of the Notice of Abandonment. A new trademark application will likely have to be filed in for such a trademark. However, note that the abandonment of an application does not mean that a... Read more »

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1 Answer | Asked in Trademark for California on
Q: How to I reactivate/ bring my trademark back to life?

I am the original owner of heart headed and I want to finish filing my trademark

Marcos Garciaacosta
Marcos Garciaacosta answered on Aug 9, 2021

Depends

If it was abandoned you have to file again

If it is still in process you need to respond and complete the requirements

2 Answers | Asked in Entertainment / Sports, Internet Law and Trademark on
Q: Under what agreement do I have to register my company which currently own a production company?

This company is mostly about making entertainments videos, movies,dramas,films and musics which is what I aim to achieve on this company. That is why i want to know how I can register it. At the moment we are screwed. The company has more than 44 new volunteer applicants.

Marcos Garciaacosta
Marcos Garciaacosta answered on Aug 6, 2021

It is unclear what your question or need is.

You need the assistance of an attorney to identify your next steps.

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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Business Formation, Business Law and Trademark for Georgia on
Q: I am trying to create a subsidiary brand in Georgia. Where do I do this?

For example Coke makes brands like Sprite and Fanta. Their the same soda brand that have different soda. That’s what I am trying to accomplish. I have an LLC already in Georgia. Do I just make buy another LLC? Is there like a box I fill out out under my already owned LLC?

Marcos Garciaacosta
Marcos Garciaacosta answered on Aug 3, 2021

You do not need any more LLCs

You need to register the brands to get protection against others who would want to use the same name

You need to consult with an attorney

2 Answers | Asked in Copyright, Business Law, Patents (Intellectual Property) and Trademark for Illinois on
Q: How am I supposed to handle a trademark infringement lawsuit if I think it's a mistake? pls read the "More Information"

Dear lawyer.

Unfortunately, I involuntarily found myself in an unpleasant situation and I would be happy for your help. I have an account at Marketplace site, where I sell products from a variety of different suppliers. A few days ago, an e-mail was sent to me from a lawyer (on behalf of... Read more »

Marcos Garciaacosta
Marcos Garciaacosta answered on Aug 3, 2021

You can be dragged to an American court by virtue of you selling here.

There are different tools to deal with the lawsuit if you think it is an error.

You need to consult with an attorney review all the documentation you have.

Best luck!

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1 Answer | Asked in Trademark for New York on
Q: Can I use this words "Buffalo Bills" on a postcard? I don't see it listed in the list of items.
Marcos Garciaacosta
Marcos Garciaacosta answered on Aug 3, 2021

Probably not

Consult with an attorney to understand your risks

2 Answers | Asked in Trademark for Mississippi on
Q: Interested in purchasing trademark - THERMA-JAC - Trademark Details
Marcos Garciaacosta
Marcos Garciaacosta answered on Aug 2, 2021

You need to consult an attorney to understand your options.

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2 Answers | Asked in Gaming and Trademark for Florida on
Q: If i make a video game and a corporation has trademark on the name for a board game. How does it work will i thus be TM?

Games name we want to be rebound. But, mattel has a trademark on the word Rebound. What legal action could they take against us we named it such. Or are we safe todo so and name it as we please?

Marcos Garciaacosta
Marcos Garciaacosta answered on Aug 2, 2021

No, you are not safe

You need to consult with an attorney to understand your risks

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4 Answers | Asked in Trademark for California on
Q: How do you trademark a name for a start up company
Nicole Schaefer
Nicole Schaefer answered on Aug 1, 2021

Hi! The best way to do this would be to meet with an attorney. You'll have to show use of the mark in commerce, which can be difficult with a startup.

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1 Answer | Asked in Trademark for New Mexico on
Q: Can I use "This Buds for You" as a company name? I see that is has a trademark.
Omar Darwich
Omar Darwich answered on Jul 31, 2021

It's going to depend on a few factors.

For example what industry are they in vs what industry are you in.

Feel free to reach out to an attorney!

1 Answer | Asked in Copyright and Trademark for California on
Q: Who owns the 'Dementialand' trademark?
Omar Darwich
Omar Darwich answered on Jul 31, 2021

You can usually check these things at the USPTO's website.

Look for the TESS link

1 Answer | Asked in Trademark for California on
Q: Can we use the inside story for a yearbook cover idea without getting sued or trademarked.
Omar Darwich
Omar Darwich answered on Jul 31, 2021

Not quite sure I understand what you're asking?

is there a published story known as "the inside story"

2 Answers | Asked in Trademark for New York on
Q: Need a lawyer to stop companies from using my trademark
Marcos Garciaacosta
Marcos Garciaacosta answered on Jul 30, 2021

Send a cease and desist

Consult with an attorney

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1 Answer | Asked in Copyright, Intellectual Property and Trademark on
Q: Recreating a famous song's melody with autotuned car horns & using it in a famous game trailer - do I need a license?

There will be a moment in the game where the car horns will play a few seconds of a famous melody. I'm not sure what license I need since this is not a cover, or a sampling, perhaps it is an interpolation? I cannot find an answer somewhere else, I would be grateful if you could point me to the... Read more »

Marcos Garciaacosta
Marcos Garciaacosta answered on Jul 30, 2021

You probably do.

Check with the author or company distributing the content.

Check if they have a licensing department.

Best luck

1 Answer | Asked in Gaming, Intellectual Property, Patents (Intellectual Property) and Trademark for California on
Q: Are name variations of already existing companies legal?

I had an idea for a company that similarly operates in the same way as AirBnB. But it relates to Dungeons & Dragons, called AirD&D. The basic premise of the company would be that people could post locations that can be rented out for single or ongoing campaigns or game sessions that are... Read more »

Marcos Garciaacosta
Marcos Garciaacosta answered on Jul 30, 2021

Maybe, depends

You need to have a consultation with an attorney

In general if the marks are in related areas, there may be a conflict

4 Answers | Asked in Trademark for Michigan on
Q: My business name has been trademarked by someone else. I sell clothing, they are a record brand. Can I keep my bus. name

I just decided to trademark it and come to find out it already is. I sell clothing and they are a record brand/DJ.

Linda Liang
Linda Liang answered on Jul 30, 2021

Your business name is not necessarily your trademark. Even if it is, it is not confusingly similar to theirs. So you can still register it as your trademark. Confusingly similar means that consumers would not assume that the clothing you are selling is from them because the record industry is... Read more »

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