Intellectual Property
Athletes Seek Trademarks for Phrases; ‘Got Strange?’ Got Registered
Many athletes are seeking to capitalize on their names and catchphrases by trademarking the terms.
The New York Times reports on the trend and includes these examples:
• Jets cornerback Darrelle Revis applied to trademark “Revis Island,” his term for the turf where he confines opposing players.
• Former Giants defensive end Michael Strahan sought trademark protection for “Stomp You Out.”
• Bengals wide receiver Terrell Owens registered “I Love Me Some Me.”
• Vikings defensive end Jared Allen registered “Got Strange?”
