April 20, 2009
So, does Nadya have exclusive rights to "Octomom"? A name she couldn't stand until she realized the marketing value and tried to trademark it for diapers and clothing?
Her lawyer, Jeff Czech, thinks she does even though a Houston-based novelty company beat her by a month.
If she wasn't Nadya, the name would have been claimed the first time it was said. Folks just don't want anything to do with her.
And ultimately that is a shame for her children who are going to need all the help they can get.
JEFF CZECH via PEOPLE:
It's not going to matter because they had no permission from Nadya, who has the rightful claim to the name 'Octomom'.
How does she have a rightful claim? She didn't make it up and she is on record saying it's derogatory.
CZECH: She's never warmed to it, but the idea would be for others to use it for licensing. It's just a smart thing to do. We've had phone calls, but it's a stretch to call them offers.
While he was busy unsuccessfully sparring with Gloria Allred, the Houston folks crept right in. Czech sent a letter informing them they had "no legal rights to the word."
How not?
Don't see how Nadya wins it - but who wants to get tangled up with her?
Would you feel safe sending your kid to school with Octomom™ clothes on?
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*Octomom* trademark
Nadya on *Octomom* trademark
Jeff Czeck on *Octomom* trademark
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