Navy v. Coe - TOP GUN EXPERIENCE Trademark Opposition

The Department of the Navy initiated trademark opposition proceedings before the USPTO Trademark Trial and Appeal Board against applicant Richard A. Coe's application to register the mark TOP GUN EXPERIENCE for the identified goods and/or services. The Navy claims prior trademark rights in the TOPGUN mark and alleges the applicant's mark is likely to cause confusion among consumers.

Affected parties, including trademark applicants facing oppositions, must file a formal response with the TTAB within the prescribed deadlines to defend their applications. Both parties may engage legal representation specialized in trademark law to navigate the opposition process. The outcome may result in either refusal of registration for the applicant's mark or dismissal of the opposition if the applicant prevails.