There are two commonly accepted likelihood of confusion survey formats, which are known as the “Eveready” format, and the “Squirt” format. This article addresses Eveready surveys.
Three Essential Elements of a Genericness Survey
So, you need a genericness survey, but you don’t know where to begin? This article explains the process for measuring genericness. To start with, there are two main types of genericness surveys: a Teflon survey,...
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Survey Evidence to Evaluate Religious Freedom, Discrimination and a Dress Code Sign
Some readers will no doubt have heard about the recent case in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, involving seven Chassidic shop owners who posted a dress code sign in their shops. The sign required that shoppers be modestly...
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Secondary Meaning Survey Helps Resolve Dispute Over Phrase Made Famous by President Reagan
“Peace through Strength,” a famous slogan popularized by President Ronald Reagan, has been under attack. Trademark attack, that is.
Louboutin vs. Yves Saint Laurent: Litigation Surveys as Evidence
In prior postings, I’ve written about the survey evidence presented in recent high profile intellectual property litigation, including Rosetta Stone v Google and Apple v Samsung.A judgment was recently issued in another closely-watched case, this...
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