· 5/18/1989
International Brotherhood of Boilermakers v. Szoke
Citations
- 715 F. Supp. 696
- 1989 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 5579
- 1989 WL 73487
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- noting that evidence of extensive licensing supported conclusion that products were related
- explaining that design features not inherent or specifically stated in the application are irrelevant
- finding extensive licensing of mark MONOPOLY for real estate game relevant evidence of relatedness of goods
- finding no error in the Board’s finding that it is common knowledge that famous marks are frequently used on diverse and “novelty” items
- affirming Board decision sustaining opposition where opposer showed the applicant’s use of the mark on T-shirts would likely cause confusion with opposer’s mark, where the registration in- cluded T-shirts, dresses, skirts, coats, scarves, etc.
- relevant goods are those recited in the application, notwithstanding actual or intended use of the mark (continued...
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