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An article by J. Richards About the Recent Decisions of the Court of Appeals of the Federal Circuit
An article by John Richards about the recent decisions of the Court of Appeals of the Federal Circuit on the economic prong of the domestic industry requirement is now available in the Education...
Read MoreRecent Decisions of the Court of Appeals of the Federal Circuit on the Economic Prong of the Domestic Industry Requirement in ITC Proceedings under 19 USC 1337
Recent Decisions of the Court of Appeals of the Federal Circuit on the Economic Prong of the Domestic Industry Requirement in ITC Proceedings under 19 USC 1337 John Richards Introduction The International Trade Commission is a federal agency whose responsibilities include investigating and where appropriate barring the import of goods resulting from a variety of unfair...
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Ladas Attorney Appointed Member of the IBSA IP Section Council for the 2025-2026 Term
L&P attorney David Brezina has been appointed to serve as a member of the ISBA Intellectual Property Section Council for the 2025-2026 term. This appointment will allow Mr. Brezina to help serve by: Attending and participating in meetings, Contributing to and assisting in the development and production of CLE programs on a regular basis, Contributing to the news letter....
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J. Cord Explains How USPTO Modernization Efforts Lead to Acceleration of Patent Issuance
On May 13, 2025, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) will expedite Issue Dates for patents. This will reduce the average time from three weeks to about two, so patent holders can bring their investments to market sooner. To read more please visit the Education Center ...
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USPTO Efforts at Modernity Speeds Patent Issuance
On May 13, 2025, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) will expedite Issue Dates for patents. This will reduce the average time from three weeks to about two, so patent holders can bring their investments to market sooner. Please note: Publishing electronic grants (eGrants) via the USPTO online platform, Patent Center and eliminating redundancies has reduced the time between grant notification and the issuance date. Shortening the...
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L&P ATTORNEY J. RICHARDS WILL BE A SPEAKER & MODERATOR DURING THE 32ND ANNUAL FORDHAM IP LAW & POLICY CONFERENCE
Ladas & Parry attorney John Richards will serve as a moderator and a speaker during the 32nd Annual Fordham Intellectual Property Law & Policy Conference to be held April 24-25, 2025. Mr. Richards will moderate the session on Patents and Trade Secrets on Friday morning, and will speak on recent case law on the economic prong of the ITC’ s Domestic Industry Requirement in the Patent Potpourri Session on Friday afternoon. For more...
Read MoreD. PRAHL TO PARTICIPATE DURING THE BATTLE OF THE BRANDS AT NEW YORK LAW SCHOOL
On April 3rd Ladas & Parry partner D. Prahl will be a panelist (Panel 3) during the MEFLA x IPLS (Media, Entertainment & Fashion Law Association) during the Battle of the Brands: Logos to Litigation, Third Annual Symposium to be held at New York Law School. ...
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TTAB SUSTAINS OPPOSITION BASED ON REPUTATION BASED WITHOUT USE IN THE UNITED STATES
An article by Dennis Prahl, Ravindra Persaud and Olivia Dinkins titled: “TTAB Sustains Opposition Based on Reputation Without use in the United States” which first appeared in the World Trademark Review, is now available in the Education Center of Ladas.com...
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TTAB Sustains Opposition Based on Reputation Without Use in the United States
TTAB sustains opposition based on reputation without use in the United States UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Legal updates: case law analysis and intelligence The opponent, owner of Venezuelan company La Montserratina, opposed an application for LA MONTESERRATINA in Class 29. The TTAB found that the opponent had provided evidence of actual confusion in the United States, demonstrating its reputation in the LA MONTSERRATINA mark. The opponent fell...
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USPTO Final Rule Setting Out Patent Fee Increases Will Go Into Effect on Jan 19, 2025
The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has issued a final rule setting out patent fee increases that will come into effect on January 19, 2025. The USPTO states that costs justify an increase of 10% for up-front fees and 7.5% for other fees except where special circumstances apply and larger increases are justified. The larger increase on up-front fees is justified as bringing the fee closer to the actual cost of examining...
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The USPTO Announced Updated TM Fees, Effective on 1-18-25, to Address Budgetary Concerns
The USPTO is restructuring its electronic trademark filing process by replacing the current TEAS Plus and TEAS Standard options with a single streamlined electronic application. ...
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Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO) Announced Updated TM Fees, Effective 1/18/2025
The USPTO is restructuring its electronic trademark filing process by replacing the current TEAS Plus and TEAS Standard options with a single streamlined electronic application. Under the new system, the separate fees for TEAS Plus and TEAS Standard applications, as well as the processing fee for non-compliance with TEAS Plus requirements, will be discontinued. Instead, a single base application fee of $350 per Class —$100 more than the...
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MAJOR CHANGES IN PTO FEES EFFECTIVE JANUARY 19, 2025
The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has issued a final rule setting out patent fee increases that will come into effect on January 19, 2025. The USPTO states that costs justify an increase of 10% for up-front fees and 7.5% for other fees except where special circumstances apply and larger increases are justified. The larger increase on up-front fees is justified as bringing the fee closer to the actual cost of examining...
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ARTICLE BY D. BREZINA: THE IMPORTANCE OF READING CONTRACTS BEFORE YOU SIGN
An article written by Ladas & Parry attorney David C. Brezina about the importance of reading contracts before you sign them is now available as a PDF: "Read Before Signing: Important Lessons from Recent Court Rulings Involving Problematic Contracts ..." ...
Read MoreARTICLE ABOUT THE CASE OF AIRBNB INC v SETH & VICTORIA BOLT, IS NOW AVAILABLE ON LADAS.COM
An article written by Ladas & Parry attorneys, Dennis Prahl and Edward Baxter, about the case of AIRBNB INC v SETH & VICTORIA BOLT which was originally published in the World Trademark Review, is now available to read in the Education Center on...
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AIRBNB INC v SETH & VICTORIA BOLT PUBLISHED IN THE WTR, NOW AVAILABLE ON LADAS.COM
In Airbnb Inc v Seth Bolt and Victoria Bolt, the Trademark Trial and Appeals Board (TTAB) ruled in favour of opposer Airbnb Inc., against applicants Seth and Victoria Bolt. The board’s decision was influenced by, among other things, Airbnb’s strong market presence and the applicants' use of its website platform to market their properties. Background Applicants Seth and Victoria Bolt filed Application No. 90444946 (see below) in January...
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L&P ATTORNEY TO SPEAK DURING THE 2024 IPO ANNUAL MEETING IN CHICAGO
Ladas & Parry attorney Frank Gao will be a speaker during the 2024 IPO Annual Meeting in Chicago. He will speak during the Worldwide Design Law Update at 11am on Monday, September 23rd. ...
Read MoreIshanda Reid
Ishanda Reid is an Associate at Ladas & Parry in the New York office. Her journey with us began during her college years, where she gained invaluable experience working as a file clerk and legal assistant. Ishanda’s practices concentrates on trademark prosecution, clearance, maintenance and enforcement, domain names and brand protection. Ishanda received her Juris Doctor from Maurice A. Dean School of Law at Hofstra University...
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L&P ATTORNEYS PUBLISH ARTICLE IN WTR TITLED: “VEUVE CLICQUOT v. VEUVE OLIVIER
An article by Ladas & Parry attorneys D. Prahl and E. Baxter titled: “VEUVE CLICQUOT v. VEUVE OLIVIER: TTAB Favours Petitioner as Respondent Defaults in Cancellation Action”, was recently published in the World Trademark Review (WTR) and is now available in the Education Center on...
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VEUVE CLICQUOT v. VEUVE OLIVIER: TTAB Favours Petitioner as Respondent Defaults in Cancellation Action
In MHCS v Les Grands Chais De France (Cancellation No 92075021, 8 March 2024), the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB) has granted a petition for cancellation brought by viticulture giant MHCS against a mark owned by the smaller Les Grand Chais de France. Petitioner MHCS, aided by the relative absence of the respondent from the proceedings, prevailed, as the TTAB determined that the petitioner’s VEUVE CLICQUOT mark is entitled to broad...
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L&P ATTORNEY R. CATHCART NAMED INFLUENTIAL BLACK LAWYER BY SAVOY MAGAZINE FOR 2024
Ladas & Parry is pleased to announce that our partner, Ralph Cathcart, has again been named as one of Savoy Magazine’s Most Influential Black Lawyers. This edition of the magazine features African-American attorneys who have been identified for their legal leadership as well as...
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L&P PARTNER LEADS IPO SUBCOMMITTEE THAT RESULTS IN IPO QUICK RESPONSE
Ladas & Parry partner Douglas Gallagher, who is also a member of the IPO’s (Intellectual Property Owners Association) US Patent Office Practice Committee, recently finished leading an IPO subcommittee that created a response to a recent USPTO proposed rule change related to terminal disclaimers. Though the USPTO gave only one month to submit comments, the subcommittee was able to prepare and submit a thorough response by the July 9th...
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Article by J. Richards About Proposed Increases of U.S. Patent Fees Is Now Available on Ladas.com
On April 3, 2024, the USPTO issued a notice of fees that it proposes for the fiscal year (starting on 9/29/24). The fees are subject to public comment before becoming final and suggest that there will be few, if any, changes from the current proposals. To read more, please visit the Education Center on Ladas.com ...
Read MoreProposed Increases of United States Patent Fees
On April 3, 2024, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) issued a notice of rulemaking setting out the fees that it proposes for the fiscal year starting on September 29, 2024. Although the proposed fees are subject to public comment before becoming final, all indications are that there will be few, if any, changes from the current proposals. The percentage reductions of many fees by 60% and 80% for small and micro entities,...
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L & P RECOGNIZED BY LEADERS LEAGUE AS A USA BEST LAW FIRM
Ladas is pleased to be recognized by Leaders League USA Best Law Firm as being highly recommended. Partner Dennis Prahl has also been highly recommended for Intellectual Property – Trademark Prosecution for 2024. ...
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L&P ATTORNEY TO BE A MODERATOR & SPEAKER AT THE 31ST ANNUAL FORDHAM IP LAW & POLICY CONFERENCE
Ladas attorney John Richards will serve as a moderator and speaker during the 31stth Annual Fordham Intellectual Property Law and Policy Conference to be held April 4-5, 2024. Mr. Richards will be a speaker for the US Patent Law Development Session (Prevail Act) and a moderator for the Patents and Trade Secrets Session. For more information on this conference, please visit:...
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LADAS & PARRY TO HOST INTA ROUNDTABLE ON APRIL 4TH
Ladas & Parry is pleased to host an INTA Roundtable titled: Cultural Competency and Working with Foreign Counsel. Cost: This event is free for INTA members & $50 for non-members. Location: Ladas & Parry LLP, 1040 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY, (5TH Floor). Date & Time: April 4th at Noon EST. To Register: Please click on the link: Cultural Competency and Working with Foreign Counsel and then click on the blue Register to...
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L & P NY PARTNERS WERE CHOSEN AS LEADING TRADEMARK PROFESSIONALS IN THE WTR 1000 FOR 2024
Ladas & Parry is very pleased to announce that our partners: Dennis Prahl, Bharati Bakshani, Ralph Cathcart and Lanning Bryer were recognized as Leading Trademark Professionals – Prosecution and Strategy in the 2024 WTR 1000. The WTR described Ladas for its: “sophisticated trademark expertise, globally renowned clientele and vast international network, the team at Ladas & Parry is undoubtedly a safe pair of hands for global...
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CELEBRATE DIVERSITY IN IP DURING WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH 2024
Ladas & Parry LLP considers diversity and inclusion as core values and principles that provide access to opportunity, consolidation of expertise and ensure excellence, particularly in the field of intellectual property. We salute the women who have helped shape the IP landscape and would like to shine a light on these pioneers who sometimes receive little or no credit. To learn more about the contributions of women to intellectual property,...
Read MoreCELEBRATE DIVERSITY IN INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY – WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH 2024
Ladas & Parry LLP considers diversity and inclusion as core values and principles that provide access to opportunity, maximization of expertise and a range of perspectives and ensures excellence, particularly in the IP field. We salute those who have helped shape the world and would like to shine a light on these pioneers who sometimes receive little or no credit. “I am pleased to honor and celebrate the contributions of women...
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CELEBRATE DIVERSITY IN INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY FOR 2024
Ladas & Parry LLP considers diversity and inclusion as core values and principles that provide access to opportunity, consolidation of expertise and ensure excellence, particularly in the field of intellectual property. We salute those who have helped shape the IP landscape and would like to shine a light on these pioneers who sometimes receive little or no credit. To learn more about the contributions of African-Americans to intellectual...
Read MoreCELEBRATE DIVERSITY IN INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY – BLACK HISTORY MONTH 2024
Ladas & Parry LLP considers diversity and inclusion as core values and principles that provide access to opportunity, consolidation of expertise and range of perspectives and ensures excellence, particularly in the IP field. We salute those who have helped shape the world and would like to shine a light on these pioneers who sometimes receive little or no credit. “I am delighted once again to pay tribute to the remarkable IP pioneers...
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L&P PARTNER TO SPEAK AT DEPAUL UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF LAW (CHICAGO) ON 2/14
Ladas & Parry partner Boris Umansky will be a lecturer during the “IP Theory and Practice 2024” series at the DePaul University College of Law in Chicago, IL. Mr. Umansky will be presenting on the topic of “Trademark Practice” on Wednesday, February 14, 2024. This introductory course is a lecture series designed to introduce first year law students to various areas of intellectual property...
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USPTO NOW SAYS FEBRUARY 5TH TO BE NEW TRANSITION DATE FOR THE EPAS & ETAS
Update: The USPTO has announced that February 5th, 2024 will now be the date for the Assignment Center to replace the Electronic Patent Assignment System (EPAS) and Electronic Trademark Assignment System...
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L&P ARTICLE PREVIOUSLY PUBLISHED IN THE WTR, IS NOW AVAILABLE ON LADAS.COM
An article by Ladas & Parry attorneys D. Prahl and E. Baxter titled: “False Declaration of Incontestability Not Enough to Cancel US Trademark Registration”, which was recently published in the World Trademark Review (WTR) is now available in the Education Center of at LADAS.COM....
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False Declaration of Incontestability Not Enough to Cancel US Trademark Registration
BACKGROUND: Great Concepts has owned Registration No. 2929764 for DANTANNA’S, in association with “steak and seafood restaurant”, since March 2005. In 2006 Chutter Inc’s predecessor-in-interest, Dan Tana, petitioned to cancel the mark based on a likelihood of confusion with his common law DAN TANA mark, used in association with restaurant services. The cancellation action was suspended pending the outcome of a trademark infringement...
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L&P ATTORNEYS HAVE ARTICLE PUBLISHED IN THE WTR
An article by Ladas & Parry attorneys D. Prahl and E. Baxter titled: “False Declaration of Incontestability Not Enough to Cancel US Trademark Registration”, was recently published in the World Trademark Review (WTR)...
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L&P Partner Contributions to Thomson Reuters IP Global Guide to Become Part of Subscription
Over the years, Ladas & Parry partner Lanning Bryer has been a valuable contributor to the Thomson Reuters IP Global Guide regarding IP Transactions. Now, the Intellectual Property Transactions Global Guide will become a part of their subscription coming this December. The IP Global Guides give readers an expansive overview of IP law practice notes, checklists, and other important...
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L&P Attorney D. Brezina to Give Live Internet Presentation Titled: “Intellectual Property ‘Quick Look’ Audits: Why and When in Business Transactions”
On November 1st Ladas & Parry attorney David Brezina will be giving a presentation titled, “Intellectual Property ‘Quick Look’ Audits: Why and When in Business Transactions”, sponsored by the Illinois State Bar Association. During this program you will learn: How to manage intellectual property portfolios and identify situations where an audit is advisable; How to identify different types of intellectual property rights as well as...
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THE EPO HAS ANNOUNCED IT WILL CEASE ITS 10 DAY RULE
Communications from the European Patent Office (EPO), which include official actions, were originally sent by registered letter and the rules were written to take this into account and assumed that such communication would take ten days to reach its destination, thereby creating a ten day grace period within which to file a response. Communications are now electronic and the ten day grace period is no longer required. For communications issued...
Read MoreJESSIE WANG
Jessie Wang is a patent associate in the Los Angeles office of Ladas & Parry. Jessie’s primary practice focuses on patent prosecution and counseling. She has prepared and prosecuted in U.S. and foreign patent applications across a broad range of fields. Jessie’s specialty is in semiconductor devices/process, imaging processing, mechanical structures, optoelectronic devices, medical devices, aeronautic applications, automotive...
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L&P PARTNERS TO SERVE ON INTA INTERNET COMMITTEE FOR THE 2024-2025 TERM
Ladas & Parry is pleased to announce that Dennis Prahl and Boris Umansky have been appointed to serve on the International Trademark Association’s (INTA) Internet Committee for the 2024-2025...
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AN ARTICLE ABOUT TM INFRINGEMENT BETWEEN RISEANDSHINE BREWING CORP & PEPSICO IS NOW AVAILABLE ON LADAS.COM
An article by L&P attorneys Dennis Prahl and Edward Baxter titled: “New York Court Sides with PepsiCo on Remand in Ongoing Rise Brewing Dispute” originally published in the World Trademark Review, is now available in the Education Center of the ladas.com...
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New York Court Sides with PepsiCo on Remand in Ongoing Rise Brewing Dispute
In Riseandshine Corporation v PepsiCo Inc (SDNY-1-21-cv-06324), plaintiff Riseandshine Corporation, doing business as Rise Brewing, brought three federal and two state claims relating to trademark infringement and unfair competition with respect to the RISE trademark against defendant PepsiCo. The US District Court for the Southern District of New York (SDNY) granted Rise a preliminary injunction against PepsiCo, enjoining PepsiCo from using...
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L&P ATTORNEYS RANKED BY MIP MAGAZINE FOR 2023
Ladas & Parry is pleased to announce that the firm and six of its attorneys have been listed as 2023 IP Stars by Managing Intellectual Property Magazine. Firm: United States (National) – Trademark Prosecution (Tier 3) New York Office: Trademark Prosecution (Highly Recommended), Patent Prosecution (Recommended) The following attorneys were ranked as IP Stars: Bharati Bakshani: Trademark Star 2023 – New York, United States...
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L&P Partner Dennis Prahl to Speak During the AIPPI Conference in Istanbul on 10/25
Ladas & Parry partner Dennis Prahl will be a speaker during a panel discussion during the AIPPI Conference in Istanbul, Turkiye on October 25th at 11am. The topic is: “IP Law Global Update.” ...
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Ladas & Parry Temporary Service Interruption on Friday, September 15th, 2023
On Friday, September 15th Ladas & Parry will be migrating some of our computer systems to a data center. As a result, our email and phone service in some offices will be offline commencing about 1:00pm Eastern Time on Friday September 15th. We expect to have email and core services restored by midnight on September 15th. Thank you for your patience and understanding. ...
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J. CORD TO ATTEND IPO ANNUAL MEETING IN BOSTON
Ladas & Parry partner Janet Cord will attend the 2023 IPO Annual Meeting in Boston from September 10th –...
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Ladas Partner to Speak During the IPO Annual Meeting in Boston on 9/12
Ladas & Parry partner Dennis Prahl will be a speaker during the 2023 IPO Annual Meeting in Boston on September 12th at 3:45pm. The topic is: “Trademarks: Extraterritoriality Issues in Trademark Law”. ...
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Ladas & Parry Attorney Douglas Gallagher Attended The 15th Annual Midwest USO “Clark After Dark” Event in Chicago
On Thursday, August 17th, Ladas attorney Douglas Gallagher, a former U.S. Navy test pilot and current USO Board member in Illinois, attended the “Clark After Dark” block party in Chicago, which is a celebration of American military service men and women. Money raised from this event helps the USO programs, which in turn help more than 300,000 military personnel and their families....
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