History’s Biggest Trademark Disputes
The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has millions of active trademark registrations. In 2019 alone, they issued just over 201,000 trademarks in the …
The Trademark Symbols and What They Mean
You probably see the three major trademark symbols everywhere, but do you know what they mean? The ®, ™, and ℠ symbols might seem familiar, …
Trademark 101: Next Steps After You Have Registered
Congratulations! You’ve finally received notice that your trademark registration application has been approved by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). So what’s next? …
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Restaurant Trademarks: A Brief Breakdown
Opening a new restaurant can be akin to descending into madness. On your restaurant launch list, there’s probably a million things to do, and registering a trademark …
How To Register A Trademark in 4 Easy Steps
If you want to protect your company’s brand and identity, trademark registration is essential. Many companies put off filing an application, because they think the …
Common Mistakes When Registering a Trademark
The trademark registration process is not necessarily a complex one. At the same time, it is not an easy one. Many laws and requirements stand …
How Long Does it Take to Get a Trademark?
In Short: As soon as you start using your mark in commerce, you establish what is known as “Common Law Trademark Rights.” But in total, …
The Difference Between Copyright and Trademark Protection
Trademark vs copyright registration – what’s the difference? While both offer protection under the law, each protects different kinds of intellectual property. They actually have …
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71 Notorious Patent, Trademark, and Copyright Infringement Cases
Patent-related litigation made up more than half of all lawsuits filed in America last year, a forty percent increase from three years before. With so-called …
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How Much Does it Cost to Trademark a Name?
Probably the most common question that I get from prospective clients is: “How much does it cost to trademark a name?” At the Law Office …
Does a Trademark Registration Give You Rights To the Corresponding Domain Name?
If you own the trademark registration for a particular term or phrase, you might feel that you also have the rights to the corresponding domain name. That …
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Trademark or Service Mark: What’s the Difference?
Quick answer: A trademark is a word, phrase, symbol or logo that is used to brand, identify, and distinguish a product. A service mark (or servicemark) is …
Do I Need a Trademark Attorney?
When applying for a federal trademark, you do not, repeat, do not need an attorney. The U.S. Trademark Electronic Search System (TESS) is freely available to anyone. …
How to Trademark a Logo
One of the common questions I get from potential clients revolves around how to trademark a logo. When a small business is launching, taking the …
Should You Trademark Your Blog Name?
A question I hear more and more frequently: “Should you trademark your blog name?” There are a few ways of thinking about this question. Think …
The Trademark Application Process
Completing the trademark application might seem like an end. You’ve performed research and have settled on a strong mark that will serve your business and …