FFL Trademark

Trademark Overview


On Wednesday, November 25, 1998, a trademark application was filed for FFL with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. The USPTO has given the FFL trademark a serial number of 75595796. The federal status of this trademark filing is ABANDONED - NO STATEMENT OF USE FILED as of Thursday, August 2, 2001. This trademark is owned by Turner Broadcasting System, Inc.. The FFL trademark is filed in the Metal Products, Hand Tool Products, Computer & Software Products & Electrical & Scientific Products, Environmental Control Instrument Products, Jewelry Products, Paper & Printed Material Products, Leather Products, Non-Metallic Building Material Products, Furniture Products, Houseware & Glass Products, Fabrics & Textile Products, Clothing & Apparel Products, Lace, Ribbons, Embroidery & Fancy Goods, Floor Covering Products, Toys & Sporting Goods Products, Staple Food Products, Smoker's Products, Advertising, Business and Retail Services, Communication Services, Education & Entertainment Services, and Computer & Software Services & Scientific Services categories with the following description:

metal key rings, metal key chains, piggy banks made of metal, metal license plates, metal money clips, metal hooks, metal name badges, tin cans, sold empty; metal containers for the storage and transportation of goods

hand tools, namely, forks and tongs

Magnets, interactive video games of virtual reality comprised of computer hardware and software, pre-recorded video tapes featuring sports and pre-recorded audio tapes featuring sports, blank video tapes, blank audio tapes, thermometers not for medical use, sunglasses, sunglass cases, telescopes, binoculars; batteries, calculators, telephones, radios, television sets, audio tape recorders, video tape recorders; life preservers, safety goggles, magnifying glasses; football helmets

Electric heaters for baby feeding bottles, barbecue grills, lamp shades, lamps, pen lights, flash lights, toilet seats

Watches, clocks, stop watches, tie fasteners, tie clips, tie pins, precious metal money clips, pendants, bracelets, medallions, belt buckles of precious metal, napkin rings of precious metal, lapel pins, earrings, rings being jewelry, costume jewelry, cigarette lighters and ashtrays made of precious metal

Paper goods and printed matter, namely, souvenir programs concerning sports, books, booklets, and magazines featuring football; autograph books, sticker books, coloring books, book covers, calendars, posters, bumper stickers, road maps, trading cards, decals, book marks, score books, score cards, printed paper signs, writing pads, note paper, notebooks, personal organizers, organizers for stationery use, desk top organizers, gift wrapping paper, paper gift wrap bows, paper gift bags, paper bags, general purpose plastic bags, paper party decorations, paper coasters, paper flags, paper napkins, paper tablecloths, paper place mats, greeting card, post cards, paper name badges, lithographs and etchings, printed papers signs, photograph albums, scrap books, football card albums, binders, stationery type portfolios, bulletin boards, paper clips, paper weights, letter openers, pens, pencils, markers, desk stands and holders for pens, pencils and markers, non-electric erasers, pencil sharpener...

Tote bags, knapsacks, duffel bags, suitcases, pocketbooks, handbags, wallets, billfolds, key cases, credit card cases, leathers and textile shopping bags, shoulder bags, cosmetic bags sold empty, umbrellas and tool bags sold empty, school bags, all purpose sport bags, briefcase-type portfolios, garment bags for travel, luggage tags; foot lockers

non-luminous, non-mechanical signs not of metal

Cushions, pillows, folding chairs, mirrors, non-metallic money clips, non-metal key rings and non-metal key chains, non-metal hooks; plaques, picture frames, decorative mobiles, furniture, chairs, stools, clothes hangers, coat hangers, bean bag chairs, stadium chairs; plastic name badges; sleeping bags

wastepaper baskets; household or kitchens utensils, namely, pots, pans, serving trays not of precious metal, spoons, spatulas; containers for foods; hair combs, hair brushes, sponges for applying body powder, sponges for household purposes; tooth brushes; cleaning cloths, cleaning pads, cleaning rags, brooms, dust pans, cloth for wiping or dusting, portable baby bath tubs, wash basins, cages for household pets; litter boxes and litter trays for pets, windchimes; vases; watering cans; flower pots; shoe horns; bottle openers; bowls, cups, mugs, covered bowls, drinking glasses, tumblers; salt and pepper shaker, earthenware, glass, porcelain and plastic jars for jams and jellies, spoon rests, trivets, coasters; meal trays, napkin holders, serving spoons, portable beverage cooler, thermal insulated containers for food or beverages, buckets, ice buckets, ice cube molds, bottle stands, bottles sold empty, decanters, pitchers, paper and plastic cups, plates, bowls, cookie jars, pots, drinking ...

Towels, bed spreads, bed blankets, bed linen, table cloths not of paper, textile place mats, table mats not of paper; table linen, namely, coasters; covers for cushions; pillow cases; pillow shams; table linen, namely, napkins, curtains; fabric for manufacture of wearing apparel; cloth pennants; handkerchiefs

Clothing namely, shirts, jackets, pants, jeans, caps, tops, bottoms, shorts, t-shirts, sweatshirts, sweaters, cardigans, hats, jackets, uniforms, pajamas, ponchos, belts, aprons, raincoats, rain jackets, blazers, robes, gloves, mittens, ear muffs, ski masks, scarves, mufflers, ties, wristbands, headbands, sun visors; shoes, sandals, boots, sneakers

ornamental novelty pins; hair pins, safety pins, cloths iron-ons, sew-on and pressure sensitive patches for clothing; cloth patches for clothing; belt buckles not of precious metal; ribbons, buttons for clothing, enamel and metal lapel buttons for clothing; shoe laces

Rugs, floor mats, and wall hangings not of textile

Toys and sporting goods namely, footballs, kicking tees, arm guards for athletic use, football shoulder pads, leg guards for football; exercise and body building equipment, namely, treadmills, trampolines, and rowing machines; nets for tennis, volleyball and basketball; bean bags, kites, dart boards, toy vehicles, jigsaw puzzles, swim floats for recreational use, toy snow globes, spinning tops, golf bags, golf balls, dolls, toy figures; board games, card games, toy building blocks, party favors in the nature of noise makers, surf board, snow sleds for recreational use, flying discs, balloons, puppets, artificial Christmas tree decorations, except confectionery or illumination articles; hand waving souvenirs, namely foams, sponge, and rubber logos and figures

Candy, bubble gum, chewing gum, biscuits, cookies, coffee, tea cocoa

Cigarette lighters, not of precious metal, matches, ash trays, not of precious metal

Conducting trade shows in the field of professional football; dissemination of advertising matter, direct mail advertising, providing television advertising for others, conducting marketing studies, cooperative advertising and marketing; retail store services and mail order services in the field of sports apparel and memorabilia

Radio, television and cable television broadcasting of football games, exhibitions and sports related programming; providing multiple user access to a global computer information network

Entertainment services in the nature of football games; conducting entertainment exhibitions in the nature of sporting events; publication of books, magazines and newsletters; entertainment in the nature of parades

restaurants, carry-out restaurants, self-services restaurants

General Information


Serial Number75595796
Word MarkFFL
Filing DateWednesday, November 25, 1998
Status606 - ABANDONED - NO STATEMENT OF USE FILED
Status DateThursday, August 2, 2001
Registration Number0000000
Registration DateNOT AVAILABLE
Mark Drawing1000 - Typeset: Word(s) / letter(s) / number(s)
Published for Opposition DateTuesday, May 9, 2000

Trademark Statements


Goods and Servicesmetal key rings, metal key chains, piggy banks made of metal, metal license plates, metal money clips, metal hooks, metal name badges, tin cans, sold empty; metal containers for the storage and transportation of goods
Goods and Serviceshand tools, namely, forks and tongs
Goods and ServicesMagnets, interactive video games of virtual reality comprised of computer hardware and software, pre-recorded video tapes featuring sports and pre-recorded audio tapes featuring sports, blank video tapes, blank audio tapes, thermometers not for medical use, sunglasses, sunglass cases, telescopes, binoculars; batteries, calculators, telephones, radios, television sets, audio tape recorders, video tape recorders; life preservers, safety goggles, magnifying glasses; football helmets
Goods and ServicesElectric heaters for baby feeding bottles, barbecue grills, lamp shades, lamps, pen lights, flash lights, toilet seats
Goods and ServicesWatches, clocks, stop watches, tie fasteners, tie clips, tie pins, precious metal money clips, pendants, bracelets, medallions, belt buckles of precious metal, napkin rings of precious metal, lapel pins, earrings, rings being jewelry, costume jewelry, cigarette lighters and ashtrays made of precious metal
Goods and ServicesPaper goods and printed matter, namely, souvenir programs concerning sports, books, booklets, and magazines featuring football; autograph books, sticker books, coloring books, book covers, calendars, posters, bumper stickers, road maps, trading cards, decals, book marks, score books, score cards, printed paper signs, writing pads, note paper, notebooks, personal organizers, organizers for stationery use, desk top organizers, gift wrapping paper, paper gift wrap bows, paper gift bags, paper bags, general purpose plastic bags, paper party decorations, paper coasters, paper flags, paper napkins, paper tablecloths, paper place mats, greeting card, post cards, paper name badges, lithographs and etchings, printed papers signs, photograph albums, scrap books, football card albums, binders, stationery type portfolios, bulletin boards, paper clips, paper weights, letter openers, pens, pencils, markers, desk stands and holders for pens, pencils and markers, non-electric erasers, pencil sharpeners, drawing rulers, commemorative stamp sheets, facial tissue, temporary tattoos, decorative pencil top ornaments; playing cards; display boards
Goods and ServicesTote bags, knapsacks, duffel bags, suitcases, pocketbooks, handbags, wallets, billfolds, key cases, credit card cases, leathers and textile shopping bags, shoulder bags, cosmetic bags sold empty, umbrellas and tool bags sold empty, school bags, all purpose sport bags, briefcase-type portfolios, garment bags for travel, luggage tags; foot lockers
Goods and Servicesnon-luminous, non-mechanical signs not of metal
Goods and ServicesCushions, pillows, folding chairs, mirrors, non-metallic money clips, non-metal key rings and non-metal key chains, non-metal hooks; plaques, picture frames, decorative mobiles, furniture, chairs, stools, clothes hangers, coat hangers, bean bag chairs, stadium chairs; plastic name badges; sleeping bags
Goods and Serviceswastepaper baskets; household or kitchens utensils, namely, pots, pans, serving trays not of precious metal, spoons, spatulas; containers for foods; hair combs, hair brushes, sponges for applying body powder, sponges for household purposes; tooth brushes; cleaning cloths, cleaning pads, cleaning rags, brooms, dust pans, cloth for wiping or dusting, portable baby bath tubs, wash basins, cages for household pets; litter boxes and litter trays for pets, windchimes; vases; watering cans; flower pots; shoe horns; bottle openers; bowls, cups, mugs, covered bowls, drinking glasses, tumblers; salt and pepper shaker, earthenware, glass, porcelain and plastic jars for jams and jellies, spoon rests, trivets, coasters; meal trays, napkin holders, serving spoons, portable beverage cooler, thermal insulated containers for food or beverages, buckets, ice buckets, ice cube molds, bottle stands, bottles sold empty, decanters, pitchers, paper and plastic cups, plates, bowls, cookie jars, pots, drinking cups for infants; piggy banks not of metal; figurines, statuettes, decorative articles and works of art made of glass, porcelain or earthenware; porcelain knobs; household plastic gloves, rubber household gloves; clothes brushes and shoe brushes
Goods and ServicesTowels, bed spreads, bed blankets, bed linen, table cloths not of paper, textile place mats, table mats not of paper; table linen, namely, coasters; covers for cushions; pillow cases; pillow shams; table linen, namely, napkins, curtains; fabric for manufacture of wearing apparel; cloth pennants; handkerchiefs
Goods and ServicesClothing namely, shirts, jackets, pants, jeans, caps, tops, bottoms, shorts, t-shirts, sweatshirts, sweaters, cardigans, hats, jackets, uniforms, pajamas, ponchos, belts, aprons, raincoats, rain jackets, blazers, robes, gloves, mittens, ear muffs, ski masks, scarves, mufflers, ties, wristbands, headbands, sun visors; shoes, sandals, boots, sneakers
Goods and Servicesornamental novelty pins; hair pins, safety pins, cloths iron-ons, sew-on and pressure sensitive patches for clothing; cloth patches for clothing; belt buckles not of precious metal; ribbons, buttons for clothing, enamel and metal lapel buttons for clothing; shoe laces
Goods and ServicesRugs, floor mats, and wall hangings not of textile
Goods and ServicesToys and sporting goods namely, footballs, kicking tees, arm guards for athletic use, football shoulder pads, leg guards for football; exercise and body building equipment, namely, treadmills, trampolines, and rowing machines; nets for tennis, volleyball and basketball; bean bags, kites, dart boards, toy vehicles, jigsaw puzzles, swim floats for recreational use, toy snow globes, spinning tops, golf bags, golf balls, dolls, toy figures; board games, card games, toy building blocks, party favors in the nature of noise makers, surf board, snow sleds for recreational use, flying discs, balloons, puppets, artificial Christmas tree decorations, except confectionery or illumination articles; hand waving souvenirs, namely foams, sponge, and rubber logos and figures
Goods and ServicesCandy, bubble gum, chewing gum, biscuits, cookies, coffee, tea cocoa
Goods and ServicesCigarette lighters, not of precious metal, matches, ash trays, not of precious metal
Goods and ServicesConducting trade shows in the field of professional football; dissemination of advertising matter, direct mail advertising, providing television advertising for others, conducting marketing studies, cooperative advertising and marketing; retail store services and mail order services in the field of sports apparel and memorabilia
Goods and ServicesRadio, television and cable television broadcasting of football games, exhibitions and sports related programming; providing multiple user access to a global computer information network
Goods and ServicesEntertainment services in the nature of football games; conducting entertainment exhibitions in the nature of sporting events; publication of books, magazines and newsletters; entertainment in the nature of parades
Goods and Servicesrestaurants, carry-out restaurants, self-services restaurants

Classification Information


International Class006 - Common metals and their alloys; metal building materials; transportable buildings of metal; materials of metal for railway tracks; nonelectric cables and wires of common metal; ironmongery, small items of metal hardware; pipes and tubes of metal; safes; goods of common metal not included in other classes; ores.
US Class Codes002, 012, 013, 014, 023, 025, 050
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateSunday, January 24, 1999
Primary Code006
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

International Class008 - Hand tools and implements (hand-operated); cutlery; side arms; razors.
US Class Codes023, 028, 044
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateWednesday, March 22, 2000
Primary Code008
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

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 DateSunday, January 24, 1999
Primary Code009
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

International Class011 - Apparatus for lighting, heating, steam generating, cooking, refrigerating, drying, ventilating, water supply, and sanitary purposes.
US Class Codes013, 021, 023, 031, 034
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateSunday, January 24, 1999
Primary Code011
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

International Class014 - Precious metals and their alloys and goods in precious metals or coated therewith, not included in other classes; jewelry, precious stones; horological and chronometric instruments.
US Class Codes002, 027, 028, 050
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateSunday, January 24, 1999
Primary Code014
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

International Class016 - Paper, cardboard and goods made from these materials, not included in other classes; printed matter; bookbinding material; photographs; stationery; adhesives for stationery or household purposes; artists' materials; paint brushes; typewriters and office requisites (except furniture); instructional and teaching material (except apparatus); plastic materials for packaging (not included in other classes); printers' type; printing blocks.
US Class Codes002, 005, 022, 023, 029, 037, 038, 050
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateSunday, January 24, 1999
Primary Code016
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

International Class018 - Leather and imitations of leather, and goods made of these materials and not included in other classes; animal skins, hides; trunks and traveling bags; umbrellas, parasols and walking sticks; whips, harness and saddlery.
US Class Codes001, 002, 003, 022, 041
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateSunday, January 24, 1999
Primary Code018
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

International Class019 - Building materials (non-metallic); nonmetallic rigid pipes for building; asphalt, pitch and bitumen; nonmetallic transportable buildings; monuments, not of metal.
US Class Codes001, 012, 033, 050
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateMonday, January 24, 2000
Primary Code019
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

International Class020 - Furniture, mirrors, picture frames; goods (not included in other classes) of wood, cork, reed, cane, wicker, horn, bone, ivory, whalebone, shell, amber, mother-of-pearl, meerschaum and substitutes for all these materials, or of plastics.
US Class Codes002, 013, 022, 025, 032, 050
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateSunday, January 24, 1999
Primary Code020
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

International Class021 - Household or kitchen utensils and containers; combs and sponges; brushes (except paint brushes); brush-making materials; articles for cleaning purposes; steel-wool; unworked or semi-worked glass (except glass used in building); glassware, porcelain and earthenware not included in other classes.
US Class Codes002, 013, 023, 029, 030, 033, 040, 050
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateSunday, January 24, 1999
Primary Code021
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

International Class024 - Textiles and textile goods, not included in other classes; beds and table covers.
US Class Codes042, 050
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateSunday, January 24, 1999
Primary Code024
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

International Class025 - Clothing, footwear, headgear.
US Class Codes022, 039
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateSunday, January 24, 1999
Primary Code025
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

International Class026 - Lace and embroidery, ribbons and braid; buttons, hooks and eyes, pins and needles; artificial flowers.
US Class Codes037, 039, 040, 042, 050
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateSunday, January 24, 1999
Primary Code026
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

International Class027 - Carpets, rugs, mats and matting, linoleum and other materials for covering existing floors; wall hangings (non-textile).
US Class Codes019, 020, 037, 042, 050
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateSunday, January 24, 1999
Primary Code027
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

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 DateSunday, January 24, 1999
Primary Code028
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

International Class030 - Coffee, tea, cocoa, sugar, rice, tapioca, sago, artificial coffee; flour and preparations made from cereals, bread, pastry and confectionery, ices; honey, treacle; yeast, baking powder; salt, mustard; vinegar, sauces (condiments); spices; ice.
US Class Codes046
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateSunday, January 24, 1999
Primary Code030
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

International Class034 - Tobacco; smokers' articles; matches.
US Class Codes002, 008, 009, 017
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateSunday, January 24, 1999
Primary Code034
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

International Class035 - Advertising; business management; business administration; office functions.
US Class Codes100, 101, 102
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateSunday, January 24, 1999
Primary Code035
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

International Class038 - Services allowing people to communicate with another by a sensory means.
US Class Codes100, 101, 104
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateSunday, January 24, 1999
Primary Code038
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

International Class041 - Education; providing of training; entertainment; sporting and cultural activities.
US Class Codes100, 101, 107
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateSunday, January 24, 1999
Primary Code041
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

International Class042 - Scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; industrial analysis and research services; design and development of computer hardware and software.
US Class Codes100, 101
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateSunday, January 24, 1999
Primary Code042
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

Trademark Owner History


Party NameTurner Broadcasting System, Inc.
Party Type20 - Owner at Publication
Legal Entity Type03 - Corporation
AddressAtlanta, GA 303485366

Party NameTurner Broadcasting System, Inc.
Party Type10 - Original Applicant
Legal Entity Type03 - Corporation
AddressAtlanta, GA 303485366

Trademark Events


Event DateEvent Description
Saturday, January 26, 2002ABANDONMENT - NO USE STATEMENT FILED
Thursday, February 1, 2001EXTENSION 1 GRANTED
Thursday, February 1, 2001EXTENSION 1 FILED
Tuesday, August 1, 2000NOA MAILED - SOU REQUIRED FROM APPLICANT
Tuesday, May 9, 2000PUBLISHED FOR OPPOSITION
Saturday, April 8, 2000NOTICE OF PUBLICATION
Friday, February 11, 2000APPROVED FOR PUB - PRINCIPAL REGISTER
Monday, February 7, 2000EXAMINER'S AMENDMENT MAILED
Wednesday, October 6, 1999CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE
Wednesday, July 21, 1999NON-FINAL ACTION MAILED
Wednesday, July 14, 1999ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER