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Paladini Dominic L. Verstegen Allen H. Quist Michelle N. Stinson  \nMay 24, 2023  \nCEASE AND DESIST LETTER – TRADEMARK INFRINGEMENT  \nMr. Paul Frommelt  \n[Email:](Email: Pfrommelt@hotmail.com)[ ](Email: Pfrommelt@hotmail.com)[Pfrommelt@hotmail.com](Email: Pfrommelt@hotmail.com)  \nDear Mr. Frommelt:  \nWe have recently discovered that you are using the Town of Payson’s trademarked logo for improper purposes as prohibited pursuant to A.R.S. §44-1451 (See attached Exhibit A comparing Town’s registered and trademarked logo and your infringing logo) . Your use infringes on our ownership of the Town’s registered trademark. We learned of your use of the same or similar trademark on or about May 22, 2023.  \nThe Town has the exclusive right to use this trademark. The Town has registered the trademarked logo with the Arizona Secretary of State’s Office, File No. 9057124 on April  \n5, 2018. Moreover, the Town has used the logo since December 1, 1997, and thus is also entitled to common law trademark rights. A.R.S. §44-1452 . Since that time, the Town has used its trademarked logo on, among other things, all official business, including stationery, business cards, advertising, marketing and promotional materials, and on its electronic and social media. Because you are using the same or similar mark, your use of the mark has caused confusion among the public, Town residents and visitors and tourist and is likely to continue to cause confusion in the future.  \nPlease be advised that the Town is prepared to take all actions necessary to protect its registered trademark. You have infringed on the Town’s trademark. You must cease and desist from any use of the mark. Furthermore, you should sign the statement below certifying that you will cease using the mark.  \nIf you have any questions about this letter, please feel free to contact me.  \nJon M. Paladini  \nOn Behalf of the Town of Payson  \nCc: Mayor and Town Council Town Manager  \nCEASE AND DESIST AGREEMENT  \nI, Paul Frommelt, agree to immediately cease and desist from any and all further use of the Town of Payson’s registered Trademark. If I breach this agreement, the Town of Payson shall be entitled to all costs, including attorney’s fees, related to any and all claims or actions brought to enforce this agreement and the Town of Payson shall be free to pursue all rights it had as of the date of this letter.  \nSignature of Paul Frommelt  \nDate  \nEXHIBIT A  \nCEASE AND DESIST LETTER  \nFile ID: 9057124 Name:  \n\"TOWN OF PAYSON\" WITH A TREE, along with \"ARIZONA'S COOL MOUNTAIN TOWN\" slogan below the logo.  \nBusiness Address: 303 N. Beeline Hwy Payson, Arizona 85541  \nMailing Address: 303 N. Beeline Hwy Payson, Arizona 85541  \nPhone: 928-474-5242 Goods or Services:  \nmunicipal government Mode or Manner:  \nstationary, promotion of the municipality, etc  \nClassifications:  \nPaper and paper articles Advertising and business Date of First Use:  \nDecember 1, 1997  \nDate of First Use in Arizona: December 1, 1997  \nDate Registered: April 5, 2018  \nExpiration Date: April 5, 2028  \nApplicants:  \nTown of Payson Organization  \nRegistration Information:  \nRegistration Received: April 5, 2018 Expires: April 5, 2028 Correspondence History:  \nTrademark Application: Filed: April 5, 2018","cbCaiaxm0CiANnkM","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaiaxm0CiANnkM","pdf",793606,6,"English","# Cease and Desist Letter\n## Alleged Trademark Infringement\n## Requested Action and Agreement\n## Exhibit A: Trademark and Logo Details","[{\"question\":\"What trademark is the letter addressing?\",\"answer\":\"It addresses the Town of Payson’s trademarked logo, including the “TOWN OF PAYSON” design with a tree and the “ARIZONA’S COOL MOUNTAIN TOWN” slogan.\"},{\"question\":\"When does the letter say the infringement began?\",\"answer\":\"The town says it learned of the recipient’s use of the same or similar trademark on or about May 22, 2023.\"},{\"question\":\"What must the recipient do to comply?\",\"answer\":\"The recipient must immediately cease and desist from any further use of the Town of Payson’s registered trademark and sign the included certification/cease and desist agreement.\"}]","Frommelt - Cease and Desist Letter - Trademark Infringement | PDF",1789552932]