As you might expect, Beavercreek, Ohio is home to many references to beavers. But recently, the city’s beavers gained national attention when the Buc-ee’s convenience store chain sued a small family-owned store for trademark infringement.
Read MoreAcross Ohio and Arkansas, excitement is building as the 2026 NCAA basketball tournaments begin. However, businesses should be wary in using certain basketball-related phrases in their advertising.
Read MoreOn March 5, the Cleveland Cavaliers filed a trademark registration application for the phrase “CAVALANCHE”. Although the Virginia Cavaliers previously used the phrase, the university failed to take actions to protect their rights - clearing Cleveland’s path to registration.
Read MoreAs the NCAA men’s basketball tournament tips off this week, it’s a good time to remember that phrases like March Madness, Final Four and The Big Dance are protected by federal trademark law - and unauthorized use could subject you to legal liability.
Read MoreIn 2020, the Washington NFL franchise announced it would be choosing a new name for its team. Trademark issues appear to be one reason that the team’s new name is the Washington Commanders.
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