In the world of trademarks, specimens of use (or proof of use) play a crucial role in obtaining and maintaining a trademark registration with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”). In this blog post, we’ll...more
Trademarks in the pharmaceutical industry are important not only as part of a company’s intellectual property portfolio, but also as a matter of public health, and obtaining a trademark registration in the pharmaceutical...more
A certification mark is an important business tool. Displaying a certification mark on a product or on marketing materials indicates that a company’s offerings meet certain standards. Consumers often look for items that...more
On December 16, 2020, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) issued its first direct guidance for employers regarding COVID-19 vaccines approved or authorized by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The EEOC is...more
Synopsis: Beginning December 21, 2019, trademark owners will face increased proof of use/trademark specimen requirements with respect to trademark applications before the US Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”)....more