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7EDU trademar, case 87095162
the company that owns SEVENEDU is located in Korea and they don't do business in America, they dont even have content in english, is this relevant?
answered on Feb 6, 2017
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Is this a conflict between the two companies with the same name if they offer similar goods/services and but are in different countries?
answered on Feb 1, 2017
It depends on whether they're both operating in the USA. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website. I practice law in CA, NY, MA, and... View More
The other company is multinational nearest location is LA - but we are near SF - is that violation?
answered on Jan 27, 2017
You may want to look for a different name.
If the other company is a multinational company, then the company most likely already has a registered trademark on the term REVIV. See, http://tmsearch.uspto.gov/bin/gate.exe?f=searchss&state=4802:95aqge.1.1 If so, and if your service is... View More
im a music producer building my name very quickly. and working on some projects that will be publically released from record labels and such
answered on Jan 17, 2017
Trademarking is not particularly expensive if there are no disputes from opposing parties. The more important consideration in your business should be using professional contracts, setting up your business infrastructure, and other work that a skilled business lawyer can provide you. The best first... View More
For example I see many Daphne out there, with different spelling, or added words, accents, and in various industries. If I trademark Daphne "something" that doesn't exist yet, is it feasible and protected? Or can existing trademarked Daphne or Daphne " Something-else" potentially sue me
answered on Jan 6, 2017
It depends on your business, its location, and the actual name you're seeking to trademark. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me on my law practice website. This answer does not constitute legal advice; make any predictions, guarantees, or... View More
I want to start a 501c3 (animal rescue organization). I have a company name I'd like to incorporate and have been doing my research and found one possible conflict. Say I want to register "Hope for Paws" but I come across a business called "Hope 4 Paws." It's not a... View More
answered on Dec 24, 2016
You sound very sophisticated and have already found your answer to some of the issues. It would be advisable to consult a local lawyer to be on the safe side. The information presented herein is for general purposes only. It is not intended to, and may not be construed as legal, tax or accounting... View More
a company out of state called for me to remove my co name as it is similar. He filed trademark 2-2016. He owns since 2012 . Do I have rights to keep my company name? city did all including placing in newspaper few days when I registered it in 2009. My mistake was not filing a trademark. Do I have... View More
answered on Nov 29, 2016
Generally if you have prior use then you have a right to continue that use. Here as you began using the name in commerce in 2009 and he did not until 2012 you could show prior use. However you may want to discuss your situation with an attorney.
answered on Nov 25, 2016
Generally, a product is trade-marked, not a company name. The information presented herein is for general purposes only. It is not intended to, and may not be construed as legal, tax or accounting advice. Neither is intended for solicitation purposes. For specific advice, please consult an... View More
The way that perezhilton.com wanted his name to sound similar to paris hilton, would I be able to use the same idea for the kardashian name? If I do not claim to have any affiliation with the family and is just a celebrity blog?
answered on Aug 18, 2016
You need to consult an attortney who handles trademarks and the like. It may be you can if the site has a disclaimer.
I am a Sole Proprietor, and the form is being processed.
answered on Feb 16, 2016
You can have multiple DBAs.
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so I am going to sell fake eyelashes and I have names to list the individual characteristic of the lashes, but I noticed other companies have named their lashes the same name like "princess" or "duchess" etc. my business name is entirely original. Would it be ok to name an a... View More
answered on Feb 6, 2016
Best to talk to intellectual property counsel before making big investments.
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We currently have a student organization at UCLA with a great name, and we are working on developing it into a non-profit organization. Unfortunately, we recently learned that this name has been trademarked by a company based in Canada. Are we still allowed to use the name for our non-profit? We... View More
answered on Sep 13, 2015
Look for another name that has not been trademarked. No, you cannot use someone else's trademark.
This is for a trademark for a singing group.
answered on Aug 25, 2015
When analyzing trademarks, the specifics need to be looked at. That said, generally speaking, unlikely. A local trademark lawyer can advise.
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I am considering starting a record label (Comotion Records) but apparently is seems there is a Commotion Records. Would I be infringing on their trademarks/ Copyrights using that same name (though the spelling is different)?
answered on Jul 19, 2015
Likely this will be a problem. A local trademark lawyer can verify.
I want to get a trademark for our hair business in USA。 How much is it?
answered on Jul 14, 2015
Different lawyers charge different amounts, plus the USPTO office has their own fees. You can check uspto.gov for their fee schedule and contact lawyers about their legal fees.
In a real estate flyer we were going to put "who you work with matters" and just found out we can't because it's trademarked by a realtor
answered on Jan 18, 2015
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If that mark has been registered for use in real estate services, you should not use that mark for offering real estate services. If you do, you may get sued for service mark... View More
answered on Jan 1, 2015
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If the trademark is already registered by someone else for the class of goods you intend to use it in, you will not be able to register that trademark either in "standard... View More
I have a trademark that is currently dead and I wanted to know how I can go about re-filing and what is the quickest and easiest way to do it. Also, what is the cost?
answered on Dec 15, 2014
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My suggestion is that you retain an attorney to assist you. Your attorney can purchase a professional trademark search to ascertain if anyone else is using or has registered the... View More
answered on Nov 28, 2014
It depends on the context in which the two are being used and how likely the average consumer is to confuse one for the other.
Andy
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