A Trademark

Trademark Overview


On Friday, March 16, 2012, a trademark application was filed for A with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. The USPTO has given the A trademark a serial number of 85572105. The federal status of this trademark filing is REGISTERED AND RENEWED as of Wednesday, August 14, 2024. This trademark is owned by Bensussen Deutsch & Associates, Inc.. The A trademark is filed in the Computer & Software Products & Electrical & Scientific Products and Toys & Sporting Goods Products categories with the following description:

Video game, mobile phone and handheld electronic device accessories, namely, adaptors, cables, chargers for video game controllers and remotes; cases configured to convert mobile phones into remote controllers, cases for providing mobile phones with additional battery supplies, [ connector hubs, docking stations, speakers, ] headphones, earbuds, [ styluses, ] screen filters and screen protectors; accessories, namely, clutch bags, shoulder bags, handbags, sleeves, tote bags, folios, [ purses, ] hard-sided cases and wallets, all adapted to carry video game cards or cartridges, and handheld electronic devices; accessories, namely, cases specially adapted for carrying video game cards and cartridges; accessories, namely, sleeves, [ skins, jackets and gloves ] adapted to cover handheld electronic devices; all of the aforementioned marketed for use with video games, handheld devices and electronics; and cleaning cloths sold as a unit with the aforementioned goods

Video game accessories, namely, adaptors, [ sensor bars for use with wireless video remotes,] video game controllers, video game remotes; accessories, namely, clutch bags, shoulder bags, handbags, sleeves, tote bags, folios, [ purses, ] hard-sided cases and wallets, all adapted to carry video game playing units; accessories, namely, protective covers for handheld video game controllers and remotes; accessories, namely, sleeves, [ skins, jackets and gloves ] adapted to cover video game controllers and remotes; [ accessories, namely, toy musical instruments, toy weapons, toy athletic equipment, toy steering wheels and other toys specifically adapted to carry video game remotes during game play; ] accessories for video game playing units, namely, shoulder straps, drumsticks, wrist straps and decorative skins; all of the aforementioned marketed for use with video games; ] and cleaning cloths sold as a unit with the aforementioned goods
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General Information


Serial Number85572105
Word MarkA
Filing DateFriday, March 16, 2012
Status800 - REGISTERED AND RENEWED
Status DateWednesday, August 14, 2024
Registration Number4589171
Registration DateTuesday, August 19, 2014
Mark Drawing3 - Illustration: Drawing or design which also includes word(s) / letter(s) / number(s)
Published for Opposition DateTuesday, October 16, 2012

Trademark Statements


Description of MarkThe mark consists of a stylized grey and orange A within a grey circle with an open top.
Goods and ServicesVideo game, mobile phone and handheld electronic device accessories, namely, adaptors, cables, chargers for video game controllers and remotes; cases configured to convert mobile phones into remote controllers, cases for providing mobile phones with additional battery supplies, [ connector hubs, docking stations, speakers, ] headphones, earbuds, [ styluses, ] screen filters and screen protectors; accessories, namely, clutch bags, shoulder bags, handbags, sleeves, tote bags, folios, [ purses, ] hard-sided cases and wallets, all adapted to carry video game cards or cartridges, and handheld electronic devices; accessories, namely, cases specially adapted for carrying video game cards and cartridges; accessories, namely, sleeves, [ skins, jackets and gloves ] adapted to cover handheld electronic devices; all of the aforementioned marketed for use with video games, handheld devices and electronics; and cleaning cloths sold as a unit with the aforementioned goods
Goods and ServicesVideo game accessories, namely, adaptors, [ sensor bars for use with wireless video remotes,] video game controllers, video game remotes; accessories, namely, clutch bags, shoulder bags, handbags, sleeves, tote bags, folios, [ purses, ] hard-sided cases and wallets, all adapted to carry video game playing units; accessories, namely, protective covers for handheld video game controllers and remotes; accessories, namely, sleeves, [ skins, jackets and gloves ] adapted to cover video game controllers and remotes; [ accessories, namely, toy musical instruments, toy weapons, toy athletic equipment, toy steering wheels and other toys specifically adapted to carry video game remotes during game play; ] accessories for video game playing units, namely, shoulder straps, drumsticks, wrist straps and decorative skins; all of the aforementioned marketed for use with video games; ] and cleaning cloths sold as a unit with the aforementioned goods
Indication of Colors claimedThe color(s) grey and orange is/are claimed as a feature of the mark.

Classification Information


International Class009 - Scientific, nautical, surveying, photographic, cinematographic, optical, weighing, measuring, signalling, checking (supervision), life-saving and teaching apparatus and instruments; apparatus and instruments for conducting, switching, transforming, accumulating, regulating or controlling electricity; apparatus for recording, transmission or reproduction of sound or images; magnetic data carriers, recording discs; automatic vending machines and mechanisms for coin operated apparatus; cash registers, calculating machines, data processing equipment and computers; fire extinguishing apparatus.
US Class Codes021, 023, 026, 036, 038
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateSaturday, August 18, 2012
Primary Code009
First Use Anywhere DateThursday, May 31, 2012
First Use In Commerce DateTuesday, July 31, 2012

International Class028 - Games and playthings; gymnastic and sporting articles not included in other classes; decorations for Christmas trees.
US Class Codes022, 023, 038, 050
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateSaturday, August 18, 2012
Primary Code028
First Use Anywhere DateThursday, May 31, 2012
First Use In Commerce DateTuesday, July 31, 2012

Trademark Owner History


Party NameACCO BRANDS CORPORATION
Party Type32 - New Owner After Registration
Legal Entity Type03 - Corporation
AddressLAKE ZURICH, IL 60047

Party NameBensussen Deutsch & Associates, LLC
Party Type31 - New Owner After Registration
Legal Entity Type16 - Limited Liability Company
AddressWOODINVILLE, WA 98072

Party NameBensussen Deutsch & Associates, Inc.
Party Type30 - Original Registrant
Legal Entity Type03 - Corporation
AddressWoodinville, WA 98072

Party NameBensussen Deutsch & Associates, Inc.
Party Type20 - Owner at Publication
Legal Entity Type03 - Corporation
AddressWoodinville, WA 98072

Party NameBensussen Deutsch & Associates, Inc.
Party Type10 - Original Applicant
Legal Entity Type03 - Corporation
AddressWoodinville, WA 98072

Trademark Events


Event DateEvent Description
Thursday, May 10, 2012NON-FINAL ACTION WRITTEN
Tuesday, March 20, 2012NEW APPLICATION ENTERED
Monday, March 26, 2012NEW APPLICATION OFFICE SUPPLIED DATA ENTERED
Tuesday, March 27, 2012NOTICE OF DESIGN SEARCH CODE MAILED
Thursday, May 3, 2012ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER
Thursday, May 10, 2012NON-FINAL ACTION E-MAILED
Tuesday, September 4, 2012APPROVED FOR PUB - PRINCIPAL REGISTER
Thursday, May 10, 2012NOTIFICATION OF NON-FINAL ACTION E-MAILED
Friday, August 17, 2012TEAS RESPONSE TO OFFICE ACTION RECEIVED
Friday, August 17, 2012CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE
Saturday, August 18, 2012TEAS/EMAIL CORRESPONDENCE ENTERED
Tuesday, September 4, 2012EXAMINERS AMENDMENT -WRITTEN
Tuesday, September 4, 2012EXAMINERS AMENDMENT E-MAILED
Tuesday, September 4, 2012NOTIFICATION OF EXAMINERS AMENDMENT E-MAILED
Tuesday, September 4, 2012EXAMINER'S AMENDMENT ENTERED
Wednesday, September 26, 2012NOTIFICATION OF NOTICE OF PUBLICATION E-MAILED
Thursday, May 30, 2013NOTICE OF APPROVAL OF EXTENSION REQUEST E-MAILED
Thursday, September 13, 2012ASSIGNED TO LIE
Thursday, September 13, 2012LAW OFFICE PUBLICATION REVIEW COMPLETED
Tuesday, October 16, 2012PUBLISHED FOR OPPOSITION
Tuesday, October 16, 2012OFFICIAL GAZETTE PUBLICATION CONFIRMATION E-MAILED
Tuesday, December 11, 2012NOA E-MAILED - SOU REQUIRED FROM APPLICANT
Tuesday, May 28, 2013SOU TEAS EXTENSION RECEIVED
Tuesday, May 28, 2013SOU EXTENSION 1 FILED
Tuesday, May 28, 2013SOU EXTENSION 1 GRANTED
Friday, July 11, 2014CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE
Wednesday, October 23, 2013ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER
Wednesday, December 11, 2013TEAS STATEMENT OF USE RECEIVED
Wednesday, December 11, 2013USE AMENDMENT FILED
Wednesday, January 29, 2014STATEMENT OF USE PROCESSING COMPLETE
Friday, January 24, 2014CASE ASSIGNED TO INTENT TO USE PARALEGAL
Wednesday, January 29, 2014SU - NON-FINAL ACTION - WRITTEN
Wednesday, January 29, 2014NON-FINAL ACTION E-MAILED
Wednesday, January 29, 2014NOTIFICATION OF NON-FINAL ACTION E-MAILED
Monday, July 7, 2014TEAS RESPONSE TO OFFICE ACTION RECEIVED
Friday, July 11, 2014TEAS/EMAIL CORRESPONDENCE ENTERED
Monday, July 14, 2014ALLOWED PRINCIPAL REGISTER - SOU ACCEPTED
Tuesday, July 15, 2014NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF STATEMENT OF USE E-MAILED
Tuesday, August 19, 2014REGISTERED-PRINCIPAL REGISTER
Wednesday, September 10, 2014ASSIGNMENT OF OWNERSHIP NOT UPDATED AUTOMATICALLY
Wednesday, September 19, 2018ASSIGNMENT OF OWNERSHIP NOT UPDATED AUTOMATICALLY
Monday, August 19, 2019COURTESY REMINDER - SEC. 8 (6-YR) E-MAILED
Monday, December 9, 2019TEAS SECTION 8 & 15 RECEIVED
Saturday, December 28, 2019POST REGISTRATION ACTION MAILED - SEC. 8 & 15
Saturday, December 28, 2019CASE ASSIGNED TO POST REGISTRATION PARALEGAL
Monday, August 17, 2020TEAS RESPONSE TO OFFICE ACTION-POST REG RECEIVED
Thursday, August 20, 2020POST REGISTRATION ACTION MAILED - SEC. 8 & 15
Tuesday, January 12, 2021TEAS RESPONSE TO OFFICE ACTION-POST REG RECEIVED
Tuesday, January 12, 2021TEAS CHANGE OF OWNER ADDRESS RECEIVED
Tuesday, January 12, 2021TEAS REVOKE/APP/CHANGE ADDR OF ATTY/DOM REP RECEIVED
Tuesday, January 12, 2021ATTORNEY/DOM.REP.REVOKED AND/OR APPOINTED
Tuesday, January 12, 2021TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED
Tuesday, January 12, 2021APPLICANT/CORRESPONDENCE CHANGES (NON-RESPONSIVE) ENTERED
Thursday, January 14, 2021REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (6-YR) ACCEPTED & SEC. 15 ACK.
Thursday, January 14, 2021NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF SEC. 8 & 15 - E-MAILED
Wednesday, May 29, 2024TEAS SECTION 8 & 9 RECEIVED
Wednesday, August 14, 2024CASE ASSIGNED TO POST REGISTRATION PARALEGAL
Wednesday, August 14, 2024REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (10-YR) ACCEPTED/SEC. 9 GRANTED
Wednesday, August 14, 2024REGISTERED AND RENEWED (FIRST RENEWAL - 10 YRS)
Wednesday, August 14, 2024NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF SEC. 8 & 9 - E-MAILED
Wednesday, March 24, 2021AUTOMATIC UPDATE OF ASSIGNMENT OF OWNERSHIP
Saturday, August 19, 2023COURTESY REMINDER - SEC. 8 (10-YR)/SEC. 9 E-MAILED