Application

PTO- 1478

Approved for use through 04/30/2021. OMB 0651-0009

U.S. Patent and Trademark Office; U.S. DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE Under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, no persons are required to respond to a collection of information unless it contains a valid OMB control number

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PTO- 1478

Approved for use through 04/30/2021. OMB 0651-0009

U.S. Patent and Trademark Office; U.S. DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE Under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, no persons are required to respond to a collection of information unless it contains a valid OMB control number

Trademark/Service Mark Application, Principal Register

Serial Number: 90685362

Filing Date: 04/30/2021

To the Commissioner for Trademarks:

MARK: VESPA (Standard Characters, see mark)
The literal element of the mark consists of VESPA. The mark consists of standard characters, without claim to any particular font style, size, or color.
The applicant, PIAGGIO & C. S.P.A., a joint stock company organized under the laws of Italy, having an address of
      VIALE RINALDO PIAGGIO 25
      PONTEDERA, PISA 56025
      Italy
      XXXX

requests registration of the trademark/service mark identified above in the United States Patent and Trademark Office on the Principal Register established by the Act of July 5, 1946 (15 U.S.C. Section 1051 et seq.), as amended, for the following:

International Class 029:  Meat, fish, poultry and game; meat extracts; preserved, dried and cooked fruits and vegetables; jellies, jams, fruit sauces excluding cranberry and apple sauces; eggs, milk; cheeses; cream; dairy products, namely, dairy-based chocolate food beverages, dairy-based dips, dairy-based food beverages; margarine, margarine substitutes; sour cream, sour cream substitutes; butter, butter substitutes, peanut butter; yogurt; whipping cream; edible oils and fats
Intent to Use: The applicant has a bona fide intention, and is entitled, to use the mark in commerce on or in connection with the identified goods/services.
Based on Foreign Registration: The applicant has a bona fide intention, and is entitled, to use the mark in commerce on or in connection with the identified goods/services, and submits a copy of European Union Trademark - EUTM registration number 1317171, and/or proof of renewal, registered 01/19/2004 with a renewal date of 03/28/2019 and an expiration date of 09/21/2029, and translation thereof, if appropriate.

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reg-994848111-185110182_. _EUTM_29_30_32_2.pdf
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reg-994848111-185110182_. _Rinn_1317171_29_30_32.pdf
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reg-994848111-185110182_. _Translation_29_30_32.pdf
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reg-994848111-185110182_. _DECLARATION_F0166374.pdf
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The foreign registration that is the basis of the U.S. application under §44(e) of the Trademark Act includes a claim of standard characters or the country of origin's standard character equivalent.

International Class 030:  Beverages with tea, coffee, cocoa, chocolate base; biscuits; cakes; preparations made from cereals; pastry and pastry products; chocolate or cocoa confectionery; chocolate based products; chocolate eggs; chocolate bars and tablets; wafers containing creamy fillings; candies; pralines; chocolate or cocoa spreads; ice creams
Intent to Use: The applicant has a bona fide intention, and is entitled, to use the mark in commerce on or in connection with the identified goods/services.
Based on Foreign Registration: The applicant has a bona fide intention, and is entitled, to use the mark in commerce on or in connection with the identified goods/services, and submits a copy of European Union Trademark - EUTM registration number 1317171, and/or proof of renewal, registered 01/19/2004 with a renewal date of 03/28/2019 and an expiration date of 09/21/2029, and translation thereof, if appropriate.

Original PDF file:
reg-1-994848111-185110182 _._EUTM_29_30_32_2.pdf
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Foreign Registration-2
Foreign Registration-3
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reg-1-994848111-185110182 _._Rinn_1317171_29_30_32.pdf
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Foreign Registration-1
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reg-1-994848111-185110182 _._Translation_29_30_32.pdf
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Foreign Registration-1
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reg-1-994848111-185110182 _._DECLARATION_F0166374.pdf
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The foreign registration that is the basis of the U.S. application under §44(e) of the Trademark Act includes a claim of standard characters or the country of origin's standard character equivalent.

International Class 032:  Beer; mineral water; aerated water; non-alcoholic drinks; colas; non-alcoholic malt beverages; soda pops; soft drinks; non-alcoholic punch; sports drinks; tomato juice beverages; vegetable juices; de-alcoholized wines; non-alcoholic wine; fruit drinks; fruit juices; syrups and other preparations for making beverages
Intent to Use: The applicant has a bona fide intention, and is entitled, to use the mark in commerce on or in connection with the identified goods/services.
Based on Foreign Registration: The applicant has a bona fide intention, and is entitled, to use the mark in commerce on or in connection with the identified goods/services, and submits a copy of European Union Trademark - EUTM registration number 1317171, and/or proof of renewal, registered 01/19/2004 with a renewal date of 03/28/2019 and an expiration date of 09/21/2029, and translation thereof, if appropriate.

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reg-2-994848111-185110182 _._EUTM_29_30_32_2.pdf
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Foreign Registration-1
Foreign Registration-2
Foreign Registration-3
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Foreign Registration-5
Foreign Registration-6
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reg-2-994848111-185110182 _._Rinn_1317171_29_30_32.pdf
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reg-2-994848111-185110182 _._Translation_29_30_32.pdf
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Foreign Registration-1
Original PDF file:
reg-2-994848111-185110182 _._DECLARATION_F0166374.pdf
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Foreign Registration-1

The foreign registration that is the basis of the U.S. application under §44(e) of the Trademark Act includes a claim of standard characters or the country of origin's standard character equivalent.

International Class 033:  Alcoholic beverages, namely, prepared alcoholic cocktails; amontillado; anisette; aperitif wines; aperitifs with distilled alcoholic liquor base; aperitifs with a wine base; alcoholic aperitif bitters; arrack; alcoholic bitters; brandy spirits; calvados; champagne; hard cider; prepared wine cocktail; cognac; cooking wine; cordials; curacao; distilled spirits of rice, corn, barley, fruit; extracts of spirituous liquors; gin; herb liqueurs; kirsch; liqueurs; distilled liquor; mead; ouzo; port wines; alcoholic punch; wine punch; rum; sake; sangria; schnapps; sherry; tequila; vermouth; vodka; whiskey; wine, namely, fruit, red, white, rose, coolers
Intent to Use: The applicant has a bona fide intention, and is entitled, to use the mark in commerce on or in connection with the identified goods/services.
Based on Foreign Registration: The applicant has a bona fide intention, and is entitled, to use the mark in commerce on or in connection with the identified goods/services, and submits a copy of European Union Trademark - EUTM registration number 14923858, and/or proof of renewal, registered 03/04/2017 with a renewal date of __________ and an expiration date of 12/17/2025, and translation thereof, if appropriate.

Original PDF file:
reg-1-994848111-185110182 _._EUTM_33_2.pdf
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Foreign Registration-1
Foreign Registration-2
Foreign Registration-3

The foreign registration that is the basis of the U.S. application under §44(e) of the Trademark Act includes a claim of standard characters or the country of origin's standard character equivalent.

International Class 035:  Direct mail advertising; providing business information via a web site; commercial information and advice for consumers in the choice of products and services; organization of exhibitions for commercial or advertising purposes; presentation of goods on communication media, for retail purposes; sales promotion for others; commercial intermediation services; provision of an online marketplace for buyers and sellers of goods and services; wholesale and retail services of chemical substances for use in the automotive industry and lubricants, perfumery, cosmetics and toiletries, eyewear, protective clothing for motorcyclists, protective helmets, computers, computer software, electric accumulators, electric batteries, external batteries, sirens, apparatus for recharging electric accumulators, portable chargers, flashing safety lights, radio sets, vehicles' speed control apparatus, speedometers for vehicles, apparatus for recording, transmission or reproduction of sound and images and accessories thereof, vehicles, parts and fittings thereof, watches and jewelry, stationery and writing instruments, printed matters, leatherware, namely bags, card holders, wallets, key cases, purses, luggage, backpacks and rucksacks, satchels, boxes, straps, leashes, household and kitchen utensils, clothing and accessories thereof, footwear, headwear, games and playthings, machine tools, motors and engines (except for land vehicles), machine coupling and transmission components (except for land vehicles)
Intent to Use: The applicant has a bona fide intention, and is entitled, to use the mark in commerce on or in connection with the identified goods/services.
Based on Foreign Registration: The applicant has a bona fide intention, and is entitled, to use the mark in commerce on or in connection with the identified goods/services, and submits a copy of European Union Trademark - EUTM registration number 8938458, and/or proof of renewal, registered 08/24/2010 with a renewal date of 01/09/2020 and an expiration date of 03/09/2030, and translation thereof, if appropriate.

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reg-994848111-185110182_. _EUTM_35_2.pdf
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reg-994848111-185110182_. _Rinn_8938458_35.pdf
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reg-994848111-185110182_. _Translation_35.pdf
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Foreign Registration-1
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reg-3-994848111-185110182 _._DECLARATION_F0166374.pdf
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Foreign Registration-1

The foreign registration that is the basis of the U.S. application under §44(e) of the Trademark Act includes a claim of standard characters or the country of origin's standard character equivalent.

International Class 043:  Accommodation bureaux; day-nurseries; cafés; cafeterias; retirement homes; tourist homes; providing campground facilities; rental of temporary accommodation; canteens; rental of lighting apparatus other than for theatrical sets or television studios; rental of cooking apparatus; rental of transportable buildings; rental of drinking water dispensers; rental of meeting rooms; rental of chairs, tables, table linen, glassware; rental of tents; boarding houses; hotel reservations; temporary accommodation reservations; boarding house bookings; restaurants; self-service restaurants; hotels; bar services; holiday camp services; food and drink catering; motels; snack-bars; boarding for animals
Intent to Use: The applicant has a bona fide intention, and is entitled, to use the mark in commerce on or in connection with the identified goods/services.
Based on Foreign Registration: The applicant has a bona fide intention, and is entitled, to use the mark in commerce on or in connection with the identified goods/services, and submits a copy of European Union Trademark - EUTM registration number 11856879, and/or proof of renewal, registered 07/05/2014 with a renewal date of __________ and an expiration date of 05/30/2023, and translation thereof, if appropriate.

Original PDF file:
reg-994848111-185110182_. _EUTM_43_2.pdf
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The foreign registration that is the basis of the U.S. application under §44(e) of the Trademark Act includes a claim of standard characters or the country of origin's standard character equivalent.



The owner's/holder's proposed attorney information: Jeffrey B. Sladkus, Esq.. Other appointed attorneys are Erica L. Tritt, Jason H. Cooper, Amy Lester-Drew, Christopher A. Mann. Jeffrey B. Sladkus, Esq. of The Sladkus Law Group, is a member of the XX bar, admitted to the bar in XXXX, bar membership no. XXX, and the attorney(s) is located at
      1397 Carroll Drive
      Atlanta, Georgia 30318
      United States
      404-252-0900(phone)
      404-252-0970(fax)
      tmdocketing@sladlaw.com

Jeffrey B. Sladkus, Esq. submitted the following statement: The attorney of record is an active member in good standing of the bar of the highest court of a U.S. state, the District of Columbia, or any U.S. Commonwealth or territory.

The applicant hereby appoints Jeffrey B. Sladkus, Esq. of The Sladkus Law Group
      1397 Carroll Drive
      Atlanta Georgia 30318
      United States
      404-252-0900(phone)
      404-252-0970(fax)
      tmdocketing@sladlaw.com
as applicant's representative upon whom notice or process in the proceedings affecting the mark may be served.

The applicant's current Correspondence Information:

Jeffrey B. Sladkus, Esq.

PRIMARY EMAIL FOR CORRESPONDENCE: tmdocketing@sladlaw.com        SECONDARY EMAIL ADDRESS(ES) (COURTESY COPIES): mandy@sladlaw.com Requirement for Email and Electronic Filing: I understand that a valid email address must be maintained by the applicant owner/holder and the applicant owner's/holder's attorney, if appointed, and that all official trademark correspondence must be submitted via the Trademark Electronic Application System (TEAS).

A fee payment in the amount of $2100 has been submitted with the application, representing payment for 6 class(es).

Declaration

	Basis: If the applicant is filing the application based on use in commerce under 15 U.S.C. § 1051(a): The signatory believes that the applicant is the owner of the trademark/service mark sought to be registered; The mark is in use in commerce and was in use in commerce as of the filing date of the application on or in connection with the goods/services in the application; The specimen(s) shows the mark as used on or in connection with the goods/services in the application and was used on or in connection with the goods/services in the application as of the application filing date; and To the best of the signatory's knowledge and belief, the facts recited in the application are accurate. And/Or If the applicant is filing the application based on an intent to use the mark in commerce under 15 U.S.C. § 1051(b), § 1126(d), and/or § 1126(e): The signatory believes that the applicant is entitled to use the mark in commerce; The applicant has a bona fide intention to use the mark in commerce and had a bona fide intention to use the mark in commerce as of the application filing date on or in connection with the goods/services in the application; and To the best of the signatory's knowledge and belief, the facts recited in the application are accurate.
	To the best of the signatory's knowledge and belief, no other persons, except, if applicable, concurrent users, have the right to use the mark in commerce, either in the identical form or in such near resemblance as to be likely, when used on or in connection with the goods/services of such other persons, to cause confusion or mistake, or to deceive.
	To the best of the signatory's knowledge, information, and belief, formed after an inquiry reasonable under the circumstances, the allegations and other factual contentions made above have evidentiary support.
	The signatory being warned that willful false statements and the like are punishable by fine or imprisonment, or both, under 18 U.S.C. § 1001, and that such willful false statements and the like may jeopardize the validity of the application or submission or any registration resulting therefrom, declares that all statements made of his/her own knowledge are true and all statements made on information and belief are believed to be true.

Declaration Signature

Signature: /Jeffrey B. Sladkus/   Date: 04/30/2021
Signatory's Name: Jeffrey B. Sladkus
Signatory's Position: Attorney of record, Georgia bar member
Signatory's Phone Number: Not Provided
Signature method: Signed directly within the form
Payment Sale Number: 90685362
Payment Accounting Date: 04/30/2021

Serial Number: 90685362
Internet Transmission Date: Fri Apr 30 19:31:32 ET 2021
TEAS Stamp: USPTO/BAS-XX.XX.XX.XXX-20210430193132925
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