Patent Trolls: The Complete Guide
We have one-time IBM patent lawyer Peter Detkin to thank for the phrase “patent troll.” In Detkin’s time, the phrase almost always referred to the […]
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Can You Register a Descriptive Trademark?
When you apply for a trademark, you want your mark to be as strong as possible. Having a strong and unique mark can make it
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Intent-To-Use Trademark Applications
Clients often ask if it’s possible to file a trademark application if they have not yet started doing business under the proposed trademark name. The
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How Long Does a Trademark Last?
After they have gone through the trademark process and possess a registered trademark, the most common question clients ask is, “How long does a trademark
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Kansas City Chiefs Trademarks
The National Football League has several outstanding teams in the AFC West division, including the Kansas City Chiefs. The team was founded in 1960 under
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How Long Does it Take to Get a Trademark?
The Quick Answer As soon as you start using your mark in commerce, you establish what is known as “Common Law Trademark Rights.” But in
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Trademark 101: How You Can Lose Your Trademark
Don’t let that trademark certificate fool you. It might declare that you own trademark rights to a logo or name, but you can lose those
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Developing Your Trademark Enforcement Plan
Once your trademark is registered with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), it is vitally important to take action against any potentially infringing
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Trademarks vs. Patents: What’s the Difference?
Most people have heard of both trademarks and patents, but most people don’t often know the difference between the two. Trademarks and patents share some
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7 Things You Need To Know About Protecting Your Trademark
If you aren’t careful about your trademark, it can cost you, both literally in the wallet, and mentally in stress and time. There are several
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Your Trademark Registration Checklist – How to Get Started
The trademark registration process is not necessarily a difficult one. It can, however, prove exhausting. From the time you file an application it takes about
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How to Protect Your Registered Trademark
When you register a trademark, you gain legal protection for your intellectual property. Without a registered trademark, competitors and other evildoers could use your brand
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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
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The Sleep.com Trademark
Sleep.com is an online wellness resource and community that operates as an arm of Mattress Firm, a subsidiary of furniture giant Steinhoff international holdings, and
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The Crucial Reason To File Trademarks Separately
Each trademark you file incurs a separate application fee. For example, if you wish to trademark your business name, your logo, and a product name, you will
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Common Word Trademarks: Styrofoam
Styrofoam is a popular material that’s used for home insulation and craft supplies. Despite popular belief, however, it is not the material used to make
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