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The First Amendment strikes again

Author: Intellepedia
January 5, 2016
Intellectual Property, Trademarks

The Slants trademark dispute addresses whether the Lanham Act’s disparagement clause violates the First Amendment. The case ultimately led to a significant decision on the constitutionality of denying trademark registration for allegedly offensive marks.

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