Intellectual Property,
Constitutional Law
Jan. 14, 2026
Trademark not proven: Court sides with Villaraigosa in slogan spat
A California federal court's rejection of a trademark claim over "PROVEN PROBLEM SOLVER" highlights that the Lanham Act offers limited protection when it comes to political slogans and campaign language.
Jane Shay Wald
Partner Emeritus
Irell & Manella LLP
Jane Shay Wald is a partner emeritus with Irell & Manella LLP in the L.A. office, and is chair of the firm's trademark practice group.
Shutterstock
"I AM A PROVEN PROBLEM SOLVER"
Through strategy, and sans revolver
Both sides, in their run for gov
To continue reading, please subscribe.
For only $95 a month (the price of 2 article purchases)
Receive unlimited article access and full access to our archives,
Daily Appellate Report, award winning columns, and our
Verdicts and Settlements.
Or
$895, but save $100 when you subscribe today… Just $795 for the first year!
For only $95 a month (the price of 2 article purchases)
Receive unlimited article access and full access to our archives,
Daily Appellate Report, award winning columns, and our
Verdicts and Settlements.
Or
$895, but save $100 when you subscribe today… Just $795 for the first year!
Or access this article for $45
(Purchase provides 7-day access to this article. Printing, posting or downloading is not allowed.)
Already a subscriber?
Sign In
Enewsletter Sign-up
By using our website, you agree to our use of cookies in accordance with our cookie policy. You can learn more about how we use cookies by reviewing our Privacy Policy
here.