Category: Trademarks and Trade Names

The Washington Outlet NOTUS Won’t Be ‘The Star’ After All

The New York Times – Business:
The publication is abandoning a planned rebranding after resolving a trademark dispute with the new publisher of The Washington Star.
Supreme Court Sides With Couple in Case Involving Baby Food Sold at Whole Foods

The New York Times – Business:
The court agreed to revive a lawsuit by a Texas couple who claimed that tainted baby food purchased at Whole Foods had sickened their young son.
Donald J. Trump International Airport? The President’s Company Trademarked It.

The New York Times – Business:
The Trump organization said the move was necessary to protect the brand as Florida prepares to rename an airport after the president.
Gourmet Magazine is Back. It’s Not Exactly Sanctioned.

The defunct food publication is re-emerging as a newsletter, with new leadership and zero approval from its original owner.
‘Buy Nothing’ Was Their Everything. Then Came the Trademark Troubles.

For years, the freewheeling virtual community — where neighbors share free goods — has been roiled by battles over the use of its name. A government shutdown made things worse.
Bill Belichick’s Girlfriend Jordon Hudson Files for Trademark on ‘Gold Digger’

Bill Belichick’s girlfriend has applied for numerous trademarks, including one seemingly critical of herself. Is she embracing the jokes?
MSNBC to Change Its Name to MS NOW

The cable news network is changing its name this year because a corporate spinoff is separating MSNBC from its cousin, NBC News.
MSNBC to Change Its Name to MS NOW

The cable news network is changing its name this year because a corporate spinoff is separating MSNBC from its cousin, NBC News.
Calico Critters Company Sues TikToker Sylvanian Drama, Alleging Copyright Infringement

A lawsuit involving videos of Calico Critters in scandalous situations lays bare the allure of seeing the twee toys go wild.
What Happened to the MAGA Instant Pot?

As its private-equity owner fought antitrust allegations, the countertop cooker suddenly embraced the president’s politics, trying the new playbook of lobbying through flattery.
Snack Maker Sues Aldi Grocery Chain Over Look-Alike Product Packaging

Mondelez International, a corporate giant behind the name-brand versions of many snacks, contends that Aldi is mimicking its packaging to dupe customers.
Campaign Against Avelo Airlines Over ICE Deportation Flights Sets Off Legal Fight

Seth Miller, a New Hampshire lawmaker, placed billboard ads protesting Avelo Airlines’ decision to operate flights for ICE. Avelo accused him of copyright infringement.