VERIZON Trademark

Trademark Overview


On Friday, March 3, 2000, a trademark application was filed for VERIZON with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. The USPTO has given the VERIZON trademark a serial number of 75983490. The federal status of this trademark filing is CANCELLED - SECTION 8 as of Friday, March 14, 2025. This trademark is owned by NEP, Inc.. The VERIZON trademark is filed in the Computer & Software Products & Electrical & Scientific Products, Paper & Printed Material Products, Advertising, Business and Retail Services, Insurance & Financial Services, Construction & Repair Services, Communication Services, Education & Entertainment Services, and Computer & Software Services & Scientific Services categories with the following description:

providing news in the nature of current events reporting and entertainment information via global communications networks

Telecommunications and information technology equipment, components, supplies and systems, namely, [ pagers, ] telephones, computer programs, namely, [ financial accounting system software, ] [ software used for detecting and preventing fraud, ] [ software used for the provision of online information services, ] network management software, [ computer proxy software for use with other software programs, ][ alarm monitoring software, ] [ billing analysis software, ] and software for use in network access control and creating and maintaining firewalls; computer programs for accessing a global computer network and interactive computer communications network [; machine-readable, magnetically encoded cards, namely, telephone calling cards and credit cards ]

Printed matter, namely, telephone directories, [ books, newsletters, ] pamphlets, brochures, printed sheets and cards, and instructional and teaching materials all in the fields of telecommunications, information technology [, safety, news, sports, entertainment, culture, business, finance, and travel ]; non-magnetically encoded paper and plastic cards for use as telephone calling cards

Telecommunications and information technology services, namely, transmission of voice, data, images, audio, video, and information via telephone, and global communication networks; personal communications services; [ pager services; ] leasing telecommunications equipment, components, systems and supplies; electronic mail services; providing multiple-user access to a global communications network; consulting services in the field of telecommunications

Installation, maintenance and repair of telecommunications, computer hardware, audio and video equipment, components, and systems

[ credit card services; ] telephone calling-card services; providing information via the global communications networks in the field of finance; financial sponsorship of sports, educational and entertainment programs and events

Telephone directory services; advertising services, namely, promoting the goods and services of others through [ printed advertising, ] printed directories [, through encoded media and through the dissemination of promotional materials ];[ business management services, excluding agricultural business management services, and consulting services in the field of advertising; business information services in the field of telecommunications, advertising, information technology, marketing and related fields; ] [ billing services; data processing services; ] retail store services, and electronic ordering services in the fields of telecommunication and information technology products; office equipment leasing services; providing telephone directory information via telephone [, and global communications networks ]; providing information via telephone and global communications networks in the field of business

Hosting the web pages of others on a computer server for a global computer network; [ web page design services for others; ] technical operation of electronic information networks for others; computer consulting services in the fields of information technology, computer programming, and global communication networks; design for others in the fields of information technology, computer programming, telecommunications and global communication networks; installation, maintenance and repair of computer software; providing information on a wide variety of topics of general interest to the consuming public via global communications networks

General Information


Serial Number75983490
Word MarkVERIZON
Filing DateFriday, March 3, 2000
Status710 - CANCELLED - SECTION 8
Status DateFriday, March 14, 2025
Registration Number2879802
Registration DateTuesday, August 31, 2004
Mark Drawing3 - Illustration: Drawing or design which also includes word(s) / letter(s) / number(s)
Published for Opposition DateTuesday, December 16, 2003

Trademark Statements


Goods and Servicesproviding news in the nature of current events reporting and entertainment information via global communications networks
Description of MarkThe mark consists of the word "VERIZON" appearing in a stylized form, above which appears a highly stylized combination of two adjoining lines forming an angle.
Goods and ServicesTelecommunications and information technology equipment, components, supplies and systems, namely, [ pagers, ] telephones, computer programs, namely, [ financial accounting system software, ] [ software used for detecting and preventing fraud, ] [ software used for the provision of online information services, ] network management software, [ computer proxy software for use with other software programs, ][ alarm monitoring software, ] [ billing analysis software, ] and software for use in network access control and creating and maintaining firewalls; computer programs for accessing a global computer network and interactive computer communications network [; machine-readable, magnetically encoded cards, namely, telephone calling cards and credit cards ]
Goods and ServicesPrinted matter, namely, telephone directories, [ books, newsletters, ] pamphlets, brochures, printed sheets and cards, and instructional and teaching materials all in the fields of telecommunications, information technology [, safety, news, sports, entertainment, culture, business, finance, and travel ]; non-magnetically encoded paper and plastic cards for use as telephone calling cards
Goods and ServicesTelecommunications and information technology services, namely, transmission of voice, data, images, audio, video, and information via telephone, and global communication networks; personal communications services; [ pager services; ] leasing telecommunications equipment, components, systems and supplies; electronic mail services; providing multiple-user access to a global communications network; consulting services in the field of telecommunications
Goods and ServicesInstallation, maintenance and repair of telecommunications, computer hardware, audio and video equipment, components, and systems
Goods and Services[ credit card services; ] telephone calling-card services; providing information via the global communications networks in the field of finance; financial sponsorship of sports, educational and entertainment programs and events
Indication of Colors claimedColor is not claimed as a feature of the mark.
Goods and ServicesTelephone directory services; advertising services, namely, promoting the goods and services of others through [ printed advertising, ] printed directories [, through encoded media and through the dissemination of promotional materials ];[ business management services, excluding agricultural business management services, and consulting services in the field of advertising; business information services in the field of telecommunications, advertising, information technology, marketing and related fields; ] [ billing services; data processing services; ] retail store services, and electronic ordering services in the fields of telecommunication and information technology products; office equipment leasing services; providing telephone directory information via telephone [, and global communications networks ]; providing information via telephone and global communications networks in the field of business
Goods and ServicesHosting the web pages of others on a computer server for a global computer network; [ web page design services for others; ] technical operation of electronic information networks for others; computer consulting services in the fields of information technology, computer programming, and global communication networks; design for others in the fields of information technology, computer programming, telecommunications and global communication networks; installation, maintenance and repair of computer software; providing information on a wide variety of topics of general interest to the consuming public via global communications networks

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 Code2 - Sec. 8 - Entire Registration
Class Status DateFriday, March 14, 2025
Primary Code009
First Use Anywhere DateTuesday, April 4, 2000
First Use In Commerce DateTuesday, April 4, 2000

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 Code2 - Sec. 8 - Entire Registration
Class Status DateFriday, March 14, 2025
Primary Code016
First Use Anywhere DateFriday, June 30, 2000
First Use In Commerce DateFriday, June 30, 2000

International Class035 - Advertising; business management; business administration; office functions.
US Class Codes100, 101, 102
Class Status Code2 - Sec. 8 - Entire Registration
Class Status DateFriday, March 14, 2025
Primary Code035
First Use Anywhere DateFriday, June 30, 2000
First Use In Commerce DateFriday, June 30, 2000

International Class036 - Insurance; financial affairs; monetary affairs; real estate affairs.
US Class Codes100, 101, 102
Class Status Code2 - Sec. 8 - Entire Registration
Class Status DateFriday, March 14, 2025
Primary Code036
First Use Anywhere DateFriday, June 30, 2000
First Use In Commerce DateFriday, June 30, 2000

International Class037 - Building construction; repair; installation services.
US Class Codes100, 103, 106
Class Status Code2 - Sec. 8 - Entire Registration
Class Status DateFriday, March 14, 2025
Primary Code037
First Use Anywhere DateFriday, June 30, 2000
First Use In Commerce DateFriday, June 30, 2000

International Class038 - Services allowing people to communicate with another by a sensory means.
US Class Codes100, 101, 104
Class Status Code2 - Sec. 8 - Entire Registration
Class Status DateFriday, March 14, 2025
Primary Code038
First Use Anywhere DateFriday, June 30, 2000
First Use In Commerce DateFriday, June 30, 2000

International Class041 - Education; providing of training; entertainment; sporting and cultural activities.
US Class Codes100, 101, 107
Class Status Code2 - Sec. 8 - Entire Registration
Class Status DateFriday, March 14, 2025
Primary Code041
First Use Anywhere DateFriday, June 30, 2000
First Use In Commerce DateFriday, June 30, 2000

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 Code2 - Sec. 8 - Entire Registration
Class Status DateFriday, March 14, 2025
Primary Code042
First Use Anywhere DateFriday, June 30, 2000
First Use In Commerce DateFriday, June 30, 2000

Trademark Owner History


Party NameVERIZON TRADEMARK SERVICES LLC
Party Type30 - Original Registrant
Legal Entity Type16 - Limited Liability Company
AddressWashington, DC 20005

Party NameVERIZON TRADEMARK SERVICES LLC
Party Type20 - Owner at Publication
Legal Entity Type16 - Limited Liability Company
AddressARLINGTON, VA 22201

Party NameVERIZON TRADEMARK SERVICES LLC
Party Type13 - New Owner Before Publication
Legal Entity Type16 - Limited Liability Company
AddressARLINGTON, VA 22201

Party NameBELL ATLANTIC TRADEMARK SERVICES LLC
Party Type11 - New Owner Before Publication
Legal Entity Type16 - Limited Liability Company
AddressARLINGTON, VA 22201

Party NameNEP, Inc.
Party Type10 - Original Applicant
Legal Entity Type03 - Corporation
AddressWashington, DC 20008

Trademark Events


Event DateEvent Description
Tuesday, September 5, 2000NON-FINAL ACTION MAILED
Friday, August 11, 2000ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER
Tuesday, August 22, 2000ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER
Thursday, August 24, 2000ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER
Monday, March 5, 2001CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE
Tuesday, June 19, 2001NON-FINAL ACTION MAILED
Wednesday, December 26, 2001CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE
Monday, July 1, 2002FINAL REFUSAL MAILED
Monday, January 6, 2003EXPARTE APPEAL RECEIVED AT TTAB
Thursday, January 9, 2003EX PARTE APPEAL-INSTITUTED
Thursday, January 9, 2003JURISDICTION RESTORED TO EXAMINING ATTORNEY
Thursday, January 9, 2003ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER
Thursday, January 30, 2003NON-FINAL ACTION MAILED
Friday, August 1, 2003PAPER RECEIVED
Friday, August 1, 2003CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE
Friday, August 8, 2003PAPER RECEIVED
Friday, August 8, 2003CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE
Wednesday, September 24, 2003CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE
Sunday, October 5, 2003APPROVED FOR PUB - PRINCIPAL REGISTER
Thursday, October 30, 2003EXPARTE APPEAL TERMINATED
Thursday, October 30, 2003EXPARTE APPEAL TERMINATED
Wednesday, November 26, 2003NOTICE OF PUBLICATION
Tuesday, December 16, 2003PUBLISHED FOR OPPOSITION
Tuesday, March 9, 2004NOA MAILED - SOU REQUIRED FROM APPLICANT
Tuesday, April 27, 2004PAPER RECEIVED
Tuesday, April 27, 2004DIVISIONAL REQUEST RECEIVED
Tuesday, April 27, 2004USE AMENDMENT FILED
Tuesday, May 25, 2004ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER
Friday, May 14, 2004DIVISIONAL PROCESSING COMPLETE
Friday, May 14, 2004STATEMENT OF USE PROCESSING COMPLETE
Tuesday, August 31, 2004REGISTERED-PRINCIPAL REGISTER
Thursday, May 29, 2008NOTICE OF SUIT
Thursday, January 21, 2010NOTICE OF SUIT
Saturday, June 5, 2004ALLOWED PRINCIPAL REGISTER - SOU ACCEPTED
Friday, June 20, 2008NOTICE OF SUIT
Monday, June 23, 2008NOTICE OF SUIT
Monday, June 23, 2008NOTICE OF SUIT
Friday, May 15, 2009TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED
Wednesday, October 21, 2009NOTICE OF SUIT
Tuesday, November 3, 2009CASE FILE IN TICRS
Friday, February 25, 2011TEAS SECTION 8 & 15 RECEIVED
Thursday, April 10, 2014TEAS CHANGE OF OWNER ADDRESS RECEIVED
Monday, March 14, 2011NOTICE OF SUIT
Monday, March 21, 2011NOTICE OF SUIT
Wednesday, February 8, 2012NOTICE OF SUIT
Monday, June 4, 2012NOTICE OF SUIT
Friday, December 14, 2012NOTICE OF SUIT
Monday, March 4, 2013CASE ASSIGNED TO POST REGISTRATION PARALEGAL
Monday, March 4, 2013REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (6-YR) ACCEPTED & SEC. 15 ACK.
Monday, March 4, 2013NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF SEC. 8 & 15 - E-MAILED
Thursday, April 10, 2014APPLICANT/CORRESPONDENCE CHANGES (NON-RESPONSIVE) ENTERED
Wednesday, September 18, 2019TEAS REVOKE/APP/CHANGE ADDR OF ATTY/DOM REP RECEIVED
Monday, September 22, 2014TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED
Monday, September 22, 2014TEAS SECTION 8 & 9 RECEIVED
Sunday, September 28, 2014REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (10-YR) ACCEPTED/SEC. 9 GRANTED
Sunday, September 28, 2014REGISTERED AND RENEWED (FIRST RENEWAL - 10 YRS)
Sunday, September 28, 2014NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF SEC. 8 & 9 - E-MAILED
Wednesday, November 18, 2015TEAS REVOKE/APP/CHANGE ADDR OF ATTY/DOM REP RECEIVED
Wednesday, November 18, 2015ATTORNEY/DOM.REP.REVOKED AND/OR APPOINTED
Wednesday, September 18, 2019ATTORNEY/DOM.REP.REVOKED AND/OR APPOINTED
Tuesday, February 4, 2020TEAS CHANGE OF OWNER ADDRESS RECEIVED
Tuesday, February 4, 2020APPLICANT/CORRESPONDENCE CHANGES (NON-RESPONSIVE) ENTERED
Tuesday, February 4, 2020TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED
Tuesday, October 4, 2022TEAS REVOKE/APP/CHANGE ADDR OF ATTY/DOM REP RECEIVED
Tuesday, October 4, 2022ATTORNEY/DOM.REP.REVOKED AND/OR APPOINTED
Tuesday, October 4, 2022TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED
Thursday, August 31, 2023COURTESY REMINDER - SEC. 8 (10-YR)/SEC. 9 E-MAILED
Friday, March 14, 2025CANCELLED SEC. 8 (10-YR)/EXPIRED SECTION 9