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  • Mamertine@lemmy.world
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    1 year ago

    Well… Apple may come after your pie shop. You’ll likely win if you have the resources to fight it.

    Monster Cable, they fight anyone who uses the word “monster” including mini golf places

    https://www.npr.org/transcripts/98013289

    Tldr, monster Cable is ran by shit humans who like to litigate.

    • nossaquesapao@lemmy.eco.br
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      1 year ago

      Your trademark is protected only in the field you’re in, but if you’re a widely known brand, and can prove it, you usually have some special protection, allowing you to prevent others from using it in all fields.