Court Revives Bacardi’s Legal Battle Over Expired Trademark Renewal for Havana Club Rum





Bacardi Trademark Renewal

In a significant development for trademark law, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit has revived Bacardi’s lawsuit against the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). The case pertains to the renewal of an expired trademark registration for Havana Club rum. The court’s decision emphasizes that such renewals can indeed be subjected to judicial review, a determination that could have far-reaching implications for trademark cases in the future. For more details on the ruling and its potential impact, the Law360 article provides comprehensive coverage of the case: Fourth Circuit Revives Bacardi Fight Over Expired TM Renewal.