[E-trademarks] [EXT] Re: Fwd: Trademark application yyyyyyy serial number xxxxx

[Alex Butterman]

I think the contest is who can rewrite the Lanham Act most creatively.

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From: E-trademarks <e-trademarks-bounces at oppedahl-lists.com> On Behalf Of Hargis, Michael via E-trademarks
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Subject: [EXT] Re: [E-trademarks] Fwd: Trademark application yyyyyyy serial number xxxxx

I didn’t realize there was a competition for “worst” attempt.

Please see a text message received by a client last week.  FYI.

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Subject: Re: [E-trademarks] Fwd: Trademark application yyyyyyy serial number xxxxx


Wow. Points awarded for a new, creative way to commit fraud.

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On 1/11/2025 11:02 AM, Lara Pearson via E-trademarks wrote:
Wow, this is the worst one yet, from the "USPTO Assistance Center."

Looks like the USPTO needs to hire a TM litigator (anyone know someone who can help them?) . . .


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Begin forwarded message:
From: USPTO <jonsena7340 at gmail.com><mailto:jonsena7340 at gmail.com>
Date: January 10, 2025 at 9:33:47 AM PST
To: lara at brandgeek.net<mailto:lara at brandgeek.net>, Ramsey at brandgeek.net<mailto:Ramsey at brandgeek.net>
Subject: Trademark application yyyy serial number xxxxx

 U.S.Application Serial No.yyyyy
Mark:xxxxx
Issue Date:Aug. 04, 2009

I hope this message finds you well.


This is Bryan Pitt from the USPTO Assistance Center. I'm reaching out regarding your application for the business name "yyyyy" with serial number "xxxxxx" Unfortunately, your application has been abandoned due to a lack of response to the office action from the assigned federal examining attorney.

As a result, another party is now applying for the same name. Without your active application, they can move forward and potentially claim ownership of "yyyyyy"

As a courtesy, the USPTO is inviting you to contest this claim. If you wish to assert ownership, please let us know and confirm that you intend to re-file your application. By doing so, we can reject the conflicting party's objection, allowing you to retain rights to the mark.

To discuss this matter further and facilitate your response, please provide a suitable time and phone number for a quick conversation.

Important: This is an automated message. For assistance, please contact me directly at bryan.pitt at uspto-assistance.com<mailto:bryan.pitt at uspto-assistance.com>

Best regards,
Bryan Pitt | Legal Team
Senior IP Paralegal | Litigation Officer
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