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I want to trademark a name and software similar to Facebook's REACT. But I see that the name is used in different industries and I was wondering If I could trademark it even if it is used elsewhere.
answered on May 3, 2023
Yes, you can. Trademarks are registered according to the description of goods and services and respective classification for the mark.
This idea is an innovation in building automation systems and isn’t necessarily just a MA patent, but I am not sure how this process works.
answered on Apr 18, 2023
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answered on Aug 1, 2021
This may be a proper subject for a design patent.
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This may help.
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answered on Jul 7, 2021
Yes, just as with any service mark. As long as it is not confusingly similar to another's podcast or similar product/service name.
answered on Jun 22, 2021
You can pay the maintenance fee, but there will be gap in protection.
answered on Jun 20, 2021
Probably not. But, you can refile. With continued use a new registration will be dated as of your first use in commerce date.
I believe this is just a brief of the patent. I need it completly
DARPA, CDMA, USCCA, USCIS, RealID, E-Sign
answered on Jun 6, 2021
Some are functional. Some are brands. Knowing the difference is important and controls your rights.
Trademark and holding information I’d like to really revive this brand. I heard they went bankrupt or the revenue didn’t compensate for the money spent. But no wonder everything I ever seen is top quality.
answered on Jun 6, 2021
Check USPTO TESS data base. It includes dead trademarks. There are other sources, too.
I have filed a provisional US patent 11+ months ago (I have about a week remaining to file full patent). I know in the US there is no way to extend this without loosing my priority date of May 2020. However, can I refile this as a PCT, claiming the May2020 priority date, and then file the full... View More
answered on May 6, 2021
This works, if international filing is important. However, there are better alternatives.
Our tech uses similar electronics to patent #20210022609, with the addition of piezoelectric power supply. This is our first experience of IP law as a start-up so I would be grateful for a run-through of the legal processes required.
-Would be possible to develop similar tech for market... View More
answered on Mar 31, 2021
The US Patent & Trademark Office website (www.uspto.gov)provides guidance along these lines. If you desire more specific guidance, please let us know. I wish you great success in this endeavor.
we have made few modifications in NA fixator to make it easy and effective to use as distractor for closed IL nailing of femur and tibia and want to get its patent number but dont know the procedure, pl guide
answered on Mar 31, 2021
The US Patent & Trademark Office website provides resources for this question. If you desire more specific guidance, please let us know. I wish you the best in achieving your desired protection.
I would like to use the Chubbles trademark in merchandise
answered on Jun 1, 2020
Absolutely. Here are the guidelines for what qualifies a prior art:
Prior art constitutes those references or documents which may be used to determine novelty and/or non-obviousness of claimed subject matter in a patent application
Common Types of Prior Art... View More
I can’t even find the trademarked business online.
answered on May 26, 2020
Great question. There are numerous options to consider. If you'd like to discuss them, let us know:
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answered on May 26, 2020
20 yrs from filing date. The US Patent is not enforceable in Canada, but the application can be accepted in Canada for a national stage filing. To discuss further, contact our firm:
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Also, if I can register it, would I need to register it as an LLC?
answered on May 26, 2020
Yes. And, we can help:
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