Q: If the status code is stating “abandoned” does that mean it’s available for use again?
A: Not necessarily as the owner may be still be using it and claiming common law rights or even excusable non-use prior to reapplying. Having a trademark search and legal analysis conducted should provide you with a much better idea though. Feel free to call or email with any further questions.
A: A status of "Abandoned" usually indicates that the applicant failed to submit a required response. However, this applicant (or another person) may still be using the mark and may have common law rights to the mark. Consult with a trademark attorney to assist you.
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A trademark can have common law trademark rights – obtained by use. Therefore an inactive federal registration does not necessarily mean that a trademark is clear to use.
Also an abandoned application can be revived – depending on the underlying facts.
Consider a consultation with a trademark attorney to discuss.
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