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business2 years ago

"Taco Bell emerges victorious in 'Taco Tuesday' trademark dispute"

Taco John's has abandoned its trademark for "Taco Tuesday" after a long-standing dispute with Taco Bell. The fast-food chain from Wyoming decided that defending the trademark was not the right thing to do and announced its abandonment. In response, Taco John's has challenged Taco Bell and other competitors to donate to the nonprofit Children of Restaurant Employees (CORE) instead of spending money on the trademark dispute. Taco Bell has welcomed the decision and expressed its support for the shared victory. However, there is still a legal challenge to the term "Taco Tuesday" from Gregory Hotel, the parent company of Gregory's Restaurant and Bar in New Jersey.

via CBS News|
#business#nonprofit-donation#taco-bell
business2 years ago

Taco Bell Triumphs in 'Taco Tuesday' Trademark Battle

Taco John's, a fast-food chain based in Wyoming, has relinquished its legal claim to the phrase "Taco Tuesday" following a challenge from Taco Bell. Taco John's had held the rights to the phrase in all states except New Jersey, where the restaurant Gregory's still holds the honor. Taco Bell filed petitions to nullify those exclusive rights, arguing that "Taco Tuesday" should be available for everyone. Taco John's decided to abandon its trademark, citing the high cost of legal fees, and instead announced a charitable donation of $40,000 to the nonprofit Children of Restaurant Employees. The company also challenged Taco Bell and others to make similar donations. Fans praised Taco John's for its classy response, and the company will continue to offer its "Taco Tuesday" special.

via The Washington Post|
#business#charity#taco-bell
business2 years ago

"Taco Bell Triumphs in 'Taco Tuesday' Trademark Battle and Leverages it for Marketing Success"

Taco John's and Taco Bell have reached an agreement to terminate their trademark dispute over the phrase "Taco Tuesday." The popular phrase, used by both fast-food chains, has been the subject of a legal battle for years. The terms of the agreement were not disclosed, but it brings an end to the ongoing tussle between the two companies.

via The Wall Street Journal|
#business#legal-dispute#taco-bell
business2 years ago

Trademark Battle: Taco Bell vs. Taco John's over 'Taco Tuesday'

Taco Bell has filed a petition to cancel the trademark of "Taco Tuesday" owned by Wyoming-based Tex-Mex fast-food chain Taco John's, which has held the trademark for over 30 years. Taco Bell argues that the phrase should "belong to all who make, sell, eat and celebrate tacos." Taco John's has responded by rolling out a new deal and defending its trademark, saying that it has become a part of American lexicon. Taco Bell hopes that the petition will allow everyone to use the phrase without fear of legal consequences.

via The Washington Post|
#business#fast-food#taco-bell
business2 years ago

Trademark Battle: Taco Bell vs. Taco John's over 'Taco Tuesday' Ownership.

Taco Bell has filed an appeal with the US Patent Office to cancel the federal trademark restrictions for the phrase "Taco Tuesday," which has been held by smaller franchise Taco John's since 1989. Taco John's has earned a reputation for sending cease-and-desist letters to other restaurants that dared to use the ubiquitous phrase. Taco Bell has launched a campaign to "liberate" the phrase, stating that it should belong to all who make, sell, eat, and celebrate tacos. The appeals process could take a couple of years to settle.

via The Guardian|
#appeal#business#campaign
business2 years ago

Taco Bell fights for 'Taco Tuesday' trademark.

Taco Bell has filed a petition with the US Patent and Trademark Office Trial and Appeal Board to cancel Wyoming-based fast food chain Taco John's trademark registration of "Taco Tuesday." Taco Bell is not seeking damages or trademark rights of its own, but rather "simply seeks common sense for usage of a common term." Taco John's CEO responded by inviting Taco Bell fans to try their tacos, and the company announced a new two-week Taco Tuesday promotion. Taco John's holds the trademark in the entire US except for New Jersey, where Gregory's Restaurant and Bar holds the rights.

via GMA|
#business#fast-food#promotion
business2 years ago

Taco Bell fights to cancel 'Taco Tuesday' trademark.

Taco Bell has filed a petition with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office to reverse Taco John's trademark of "Taco Tuesday," arguing that nobody should have exclusive rights to a common phrase. Taco John's CEO responded by rolling out a two-week long Taco Tuesday deal offering two tacos for $2 and stating that the company is not interested in filling the pockets of Taco Bell's army of lawyers. Taco Bell is also petitioning against Gregory Hotel, Inc., which holds a trademark for the phrase in New Jersey.

via NPR|
#business#fast-food#legal-battle
business2 years ago

Taco Bell fights to end 'Taco Tuesday' trademark ownership.

Taco Bell is petitioning to end rival fast food chain Taco John's trademark of the phrase "Taco Tuesday," which they have held since 1989 and have used to send cease and desist letters to other restaurants. Taco Bell argues that nobody should have exclusive rights to a common phrase and is fighting for the right to use it. The trademark appeal process can take up to two years.

via KABC-TV|
#business#fast-food#legal-battle
business2 years ago

Taco Bell fights to cancel 'Taco Tuesday' trademark held by small businesses.

Taco Bell is attempting to cancel the "Taco Tuesday" trademark held by regional fast food competitor Taco John’s and a small business in New Jersey, Gregory’s Restaurant & Bar, claiming it will benefit all taco shops. Taco John’s trademarked Taco Tuesday in 1989 in 49 states, while Gregory’s Restaurant & Bar trademarked it in 1981. Taco Bell filed legal petitions to the US Patent and Trademark Office to revoke both trademarks. Taco Bell claims it's not trying to take over the trademark and wants to free Taco Tuesday for taco servers large and small.

via Fox Business|
#business#fast-food#small-business
business2 years ago

Fast food chains clash over 'Taco Tuesday' trademark.

Taco Bell has filed a petition with the US Patent and Trademark Office to cancel Taco John's trademark of "Taco Tuesday," claiming that the phrase is too common to be owned by a single company. Taco John's has been using the trademark since the 1980s and has sent letters to other businesses asking them not to use the phrase. Taco Bell, which has more than 7,200 locations worldwide, argues that the phrase is critical to everyone's Tuesday and that nobody should have exclusive rights to it.

via NBC News|
#business#fast-food#taco-bell
business2 years ago

Trademark Battle Over 'Taco Tuesday' Heats Up Between Fast Food Chains

Taco Bell has filed a petition with the US Patent and Trademark Office to cancel the trademark of "Taco Tuesday," which has been held by smaller taco chain Taco John's for over 30 years. Taco Bell argues that the phrase is in common usage and should be available to all. While Taco John's CEO has vowed to defend the trademark, trademark lawyers say Taco Bell may have a strong case due to a carve-out in trademark law that allows for trademarks to be canceled if the trademarked word or phrase enters common usage.

via KTLA Los Angeles|
#business#taco-bell#taco-johns
business2 years ago

Fast food chains battle over 'Taco Tuesday' trademark.

Taco Bell has filed a petition with the US Patent and Trademark Office to cancel Taco John's trademark of "Taco Tuesday," claiming that the phrase is too common and widely used to be exclusively owned by one company. Taco John's, a Wyoming-based fast-food chain, has been using the trademark since the 1980s and has actively enforced it, sending letters to other businesses that use the phrase. Taco Bell, which has more than 7,200 locations worldwide, is asking for the trademark to be canceled in 49 states and is also contesting a New Jersey restaurant's claim to the phrase.

via The Associated Press|
#business#fast-food#promotion
business2 years ago

Taco Bell battles for Taco Tuesday trademark liberation.

Taco Bell has filed a petition with the US Patent and Trademark office to cancel the "Taco Tuesday" trademark owned by rival chain Taco John's for 34 years, claiming that the commonly used phrase "should be freely available to all who make, sell, eat and celebrate tacos." Taco John's has defended its use of the phrase and sent cease-and-desist letters to others trying to use it. Taco Bell's action may have a strong case, as "Taco Tuesday" has become a commonly used phrase, according to trademark attorney Josh Gerben.

via East Idaho News|
#business#petition#restaurant-industry
business2 years ago

Taco Bell battles for 'Taco Tuesday' trademark cancellation.

Taco Bell has filed a petition with the US Patent and Trademark office to cancel the "Taco Tuesday" trademark owned by rival chain Taco John's for 34 years, claiming that the phrase "should be freely available to all who make, sell, eat and celebrate tacos." Taco John's has defended its use of the phrase and sent cease-and-desist letters to others trying to use it. Taco Bell has a "strong case" because US trademark law "prevents the registration of common phrases or phrases that become commonplace after a registration is granted."

via KAKE|
#business#legal-battle#petition