We require a trademark. and want to know we will not be breaking any laws before we start manufacturing. We are at the very early stages of our business. We want some advice on what we can do and not do if our product is very similar to others.
what are the procedures and what will it... Read more »
answered on Dec 30, 2021
When considering a trademark for a business, you should ensure that the trademark is not confusingly similar to another mark being used for the same class of goods/services. You should also register the trademark with the USPTO if you will use it in commerce. It is recommended that you consult... Read more »
answered on Nov 23, 2021
The federal registration symbol, ®, may be used once the mark is actually registered in the USPTO. Even though an application is pending, the registration symbol may not be used before the mark has actually become registered.
Is it possible for a person to file probate themselves and not use an attorney?
I do not have $4,000 and that seems to be what everyone charges.
My brother was not married and no children.. Next of kin is our mother who is 98 yrs old and I have her POA.
answered on Nov 4, 2021
Attorney fees are negotiable. You should consult with a probate attorney to discuss because probate administration is a complicated process.
We are a research company providing a news feed website and we want to register the name of the website as a trademark, we are based in Germany and Portugal
answered on Oct 26, 2021
Work with a US trademark attorney with experience with international companies.
My business is a subscription based box that I plan to sell on sites like cratejoy. Every month will be different feng shui tips/tricks and products.
answered on Aug 16, 2021
Using a trademark already registered and in use by another business for the same class of goods or services could be deemed trademark infringement. Consult with an attorney to determine your options.
To renew and transfer the trademark.
What can I do to accomplish this
answered on Aug 13, 2021
The original registrant of the trademark may still be able to renew the trademark under the grace period and then proceed with assigning the trademark to your business. If this is not the case (and assuming this registrant nor any other business is using the trademark), you will have to start a new... Read more »
I would like to revive the following trademark:
Serial Number78872802
Word Mark SENSYO
Status602 - Abandoned-Failure To Respond Or Late Response
Status Date2007-04-27
Filing Date2006-04-29
answered on Aug 10, 2021
A Petition to Revive a trademark registration application generally must be filed within two months of receipt of the Notice of Abandonment. A new trademark application will likely have to be filed in for such a trademark. However, note that the abandonment of an application does not mean that a... Read more »
Will names personal rep. Rep was told property gets split among hiers, as if there was no will?
answered on Jul 12, 2021
Florida statute 732.401 controls the descent of the homestead property. It provides, that if the homestead property is not devised in the will as authorized by law and the constitution, then the homestead shall descend in the same manner as other intestate property. Consult with a probate attorney... Read more »
answered on Jul 7, 2021
Generally, if your podcast name is not confusingly similar to another trademark in use, you may register your podcast name as a trademark with the USPTO. Consult with a trademark attorney to assist you with the process.
Is the trademark with the registration number 5099751 registered only in the US ? Or is this trademark for the entire world ?
Would sourcing the product and then selling the product in Europe be a crime ?
answered on Jun 23, 2021
The registries on the USPTO website display trademarks that are registered in the United States. The registries do not display marks that are in use but not registered nor marks registered in other countries. However, it is possible to register your trademark in other countries. Consult with a... Read more »
answered on Jun 17, 2021
Whether a trademark may be used depends on many factors. Generally, the trademark should not be confusingly similar to another trademark in use for similar or related goods or services. Consult with a trademark attorney to assist you.
answered on Jun 15, 2021
Generally speaking, it is permitted to use a foreign word as part of your trademark. However, whether a trademark can legally be used depends on several factors including whether the trademark is not confusingly similar to another trademark that is in use for the same or related goods or services.... Read more »
I was told that I could petition for the Abandoned trademark of BIONDA BRUNA HANDMADE IN ITALY WWW.BIONDA-BRUNA.COM - Trademark Details
So I need a lawyer to help me to obtain the abandon trademark.
answered on Jun 1, 2021
A trademark application is typically deemed abandoned for failure to submit a required response to the USPTO. However it is still important to determine whether the mark is still in use by the applicant or by any other business. A trademark attorney can assist you with this process.
answered on May 23, 2021
Using and registering a cancelled trademark depends on many factors, including for example, the reason for cancellation, whether this trademark (or a similar trademark) is currently being used by this owner or another person for the same or related class of goods and services, etc. Consult with a... Read more »
answered on May 23, 2021
A trademark application is typically abandoned for failure to timely respond to a refusal and/or some notification from the USPTO. You should consult with trademark attorney to determine if you should resubmit your application.
Is there some kind of privacy protection for this? I know there is domain privacy where the individual's information is substituted with the web host's information. Is there something like this in the form of trademark privacy for each of the 45 classes of trademarks?
answered on May 18, 2021
According to the USPTO, all of the information and documents you provide during the prosecution of an application and maintenance of a registration are available to the public and will be viewable on the USPTO website. There is a procedure for domicile address, which can be kept private if you... Read more »
answered on May 16, 2021
A trademark that with a cancelled registration may still be in use by the owner or some other business. Consult with a trademark attorney to assist you with the application process and search for any confusingly similar trademarks that may be in use.
Want to buy a domain but I saw that status here and I don't know exactly what does it mean.
Thanks!
answered on May 12, 2021
An abandoned trademark application due to failure to file a required response does not necessarily mean that a trademark is not in use. Before using a trademark, it is important to conduct a clearance search to prevent using and infringing on a trademark that is in use for the same or related goods... Read more »
answered on May 12, 2021
A "dead" trademark application or registration may indicate that the mark is available for registration, but it does not indicate whether the owner or another business owner is using the trademark in commerce. The previous owner may have neglected to renew the registration, or another... Read more »
The nonprofit voluntarily dissolved as of 4/30/2021 and will not be re-organizing. They held a trademark which according to the USPTO there's been no action on it since 2016 and doesn't reflect an "assignment." I have a similar nonprofit and would like to acquire that... Read more »
answered on May 2, 2021
The USPTO will refuse to register a trademark when an identical or similar trademark is already registered. Typically, when a nonprofit is dissolved, it is required to transfer all of its assets and property to another nonprofit. It is possible that another organization may now own the mark.... Read more »
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