Trademark
Legal Reality: Trademark Basics
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Rascal Files Trademark Suit Against Topco Over Black Balled Dildo
Rascal Video today filed a trademark infringement and breach-of-contract suit against Topco Sales, claiming the sex toy company didn't hand over all of the molds used to manufacture Rascal products as terms of an earlier settlement agreement.
Ann Summers Blocks 'Rampant Rabbi' Trademark
Jewish comedian Shed Simone has been marketing his personally designed Rampant Rabbi sex toy, despite opposition from the high-end adult retail chain Ann Summers.
Manwin Appeals Rejected Trademark Application
Manwin attorneys yesterday filed a brief with a federal appellate panel over its application to trademark its MomsBangTeens brand, which was nixed by an examiner on a single ground — that it allegedly comprises immoral or scandalous matter.
Jimmy Flynt Can't Use 'Hustler' Trademark, Appeals Court Rules
The 6th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled last week that Larry Flynt’s brother does not have the right to brand his adult-themed store in Cincinnati with the Hustler trademark and snuffed out his wrongful termination claim.
Manwin Says It’s Filing More Trademark Suits
Adult entertainment conglomerate Manwin is filing two more cybersquatting complaints targeting 59 more websites.
Manwin Appeals Trademark Examiner's Decision Over XTube
A recent appeal with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office over its XTube brand illustrates just how determined the company is to make sure it protects its marks.
Ben & Jerry's, Porn Studio Settle Trademark Infringement Suit
The creators of “Boston Cream Thighs” will have to go back to the drawing board: Adult studio Caballero has reached an agreement with Ben & Jerry’s to stop releasing DVDs that recall the company’s ice cream flavors and packaging.
Real Estate Developer Seeks Trademark for 'Playboy'
Playboy Enterprises International has filed a claim with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office over a Canadian man's application to register "Playboy" in conjunction with his business as real estate broker and developer.
Manwin Seeks $400K, Domain Transfers in Trademark Suit
Manwin has filed court papers spelling out what the adult entertainment conglomerate is seeking in its suit against Nicholas Bulgin.
Facebook's Trademark Suit Against Faceporn Is Dismissed
The legal showdown between Facebook and Faceporn is officially over after a federal judge today dismissed the case based on lack of jurisdiction.
Media Revenue Jumps Into SEO Trademark Suit
Media Revenue has jumped into the search engine optimization trademark infringement suit waged by IntenseCash, saying it owns some of the 90 domains that are at center of litigation.
Faceporn Trademark Suit Could Be Dismissed
A federal court, on its own motion, has raised the issue of personal jurisdiction in Facebook's suit against Faceporn.com, operated out of Norway.
Vivid Blasts Smartphone Maker HTC for Trademark Breach
Vivid Entertainment is claiming mobile phone maker HTC is infringing on its trademark.
Smitten Kitten Drops Trademark Suit
Smitten Kitten, a brick-and-mortar and online retailer, has dropped its suit against Mike Fernandez, who operates a number of websites that use the words "smitten" and "kitten."
Director Miles Long Receives Name Trademark
Veteran porn director and photographer Miles Long has obtained a trademark for his stage name from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
FSC Distributes .XXX 'Letter of Notice' for Trademark Holders
The Free Speech Coalition is distributing a letter template for online adult operators to send ICM Registry in their attempts to demand trademarks be protected from third parties attempting to acquire .XXX domains.
.XXX Trademark Issues Addressed in Report
ICM Registry has published a white paper that discusses its procedures to address conflicting trademark claims.