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You Need a Thneed · 01-13-2015, 04:56 PM

I would assume that trademarking nicknames is more common than one might think in the sports world. Otherwise, it could be quite easy for advertizers to get unauthorized and unpaid sponsorship.

With a nickname like "Johnny Hockey", especially so.

01-13-2015, 04:56 PM	#49
You Need a Thneed Voted for Kodos Join Date: Dec 2007 Exp:	I would assume that trademarking nicknames is more common than one might think in the sports world. Otherwise, it could be quite easy for advertizers to get unauthorized and unpaid sponsorship. With a nickname like "Johnny Hockey", especially so. __________________ My LinkedIn Profile.