Legal Question in Intellectual Property in Maryland

How far do Trademarks go?

I'm looking into selling Tshirts online with the Phrase "University of --- Fucking ---County", The university's name is "university of --- --- county"

Another Tshirt says "A God Damn Honors University in ---" The university's motto is "an honors university in ----"


Asked on 5/12/10, 4:47 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Kevin B. Murphy Franchise Foundations, APC

Most attorneys will say your new T shirt business may face problems if the universities discover what you're up to. As far as trademarks go, a university is not manufacturing goods, it is providing services (education) - so it's really a service mark. Consult with an attorney in your area for specific advice.

Kevin B. Murphy, B.S., M.B.A., J.D. - Mr. Franchise

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Kevin B. Murphy, B.S., M.B.A., J.D. - Mr. Franchise

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Answered on 5/25/10, 10:47 am


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