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<font size=3>I have a client who bought an apparel company who's
trademark is the name of the company's founder -- let's say "Bernie
Johnberg."<br><br>
As you all probably know, the key asset of an apparel company *is* the
trademark (because the clothing designs change from year to year).
So... the purchase of the apparel company (in which I was not involved)
naturally included the company's many registered trademarks: "Bernie
Johnberg" for hats, "Bernie Johnberg" for skirts and so
on.<br><br>
I have since filed several trademark applications: "Bernie
Johnberg" for belts, "Bernie Johnberg" for slacks, etc.
which succeeded without a hitch. I took care in the applications to
enumerate all the applicant's prior registrations, and to recite the fact
they have a long history.<br><br>
NOW the most recent application bounced because it failed to contain a
written consent to use the name. Oh, oh... The current company has
totally new owners, and has no reason to be in contact with the
founder.<br><br>
QUESTIONS<br><br>
#1. Isn't the answer the consent was obtained years ago, and is of
record, in the earlier registrations? <br><br>
#2. The previous registrations involve apparel. The new applications are
a little broader -- hairpins, for example. Luggage. Same answer as
#1?<br><br>
Thanks for any responses!<br><br>
- Charles<br><br>
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