by Anastasios G. Garbis | Mar 13, 2026
Taylor Swift is arguably one of the most brand-conscious artists in history. With over 300 filed trademark applications throughout the years, her legal team is famous for “quiet filings” — submitting trademarks just hours before a surprise announcement to...
by Anastasios G. Garbis | Mar 6, 2026
Texas travel-center giant Buc-ee’s says an Ohio convenience chain’s cartoon moose mascot is too close for comfort to its beloved beaver and it’s suing to stop them. Plaintiff Buc-ee’s, Ltd. Texas limited partnershipLake Jackson, TX50+ stores...
by Anastasios G. Garbis | Feb 27, 2026
If you’ve ever searched “patent vs trademark vs copyright,” you probably walked away more confused than when you started. Most articles define each term. Few explain how they actually apply to your business. So let’s simplify this. There are four major types of...
by Anastasios G. Garbis | Feb 25, 2026
If you have received a trademark Office Action citing a likelihood of confusion, you are not alone. It is the single most common reason the USPTO rejects trademark applications, and it catches a lot of people off guard. The refusal usually comes as a surprise. You...
by Anastasios G. Garbis | Jul 2, 2024
Opening a new restaurant is an exciting venture, but it comes with numerous challenges. One crucial aspect that often gets overlooked in the early stages is trademark protection. Your restaurant’s name and brand identity are valuable assets that deserve legal...
