The 2024-25 National Hockey League (NHL) season officially kicked off on October 8th. The introduction of a new team based in Salt Lake City, Utah has made this hockey season especially exciting. The new professional hockey team, which picked up the players and assets of the Arizona Coyote’s Hockey Team, after its suspension, is currently going by “The Utah Hockey Club.” As the hockey team … Continue reading Likelihood of Confusion on Ice: The Utah Hockey Club’s Trademark Face-Off

When small businesses are just getting off the ground, one big question on their minds is, “How do we stand out from the competition?” One way to stand out is by having a distinctive name, slogan, or logo. It’s even better if a business takes steps to ensure these identifying symbols are maximally protected under the trademark law. A valid trademark identifies the source of … Continue reading Leveling the Trademark Playing Field for Small Businesses