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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.... View More 
answered on May 6, 2021
What you are concerned about is trademark infringement issue. Trademark infringement is the unauthorized use of a trademark or service mark on or in connection with goods and/or services in a manner that is likely to cause confusion, deception, or mistake about the source of the goods and/or... View More
im looking to trademark my company name and I was advised to get a lawyer so I wanted to know a average estimate of how much trademarking my business name will cost? and when I do trademark it in my country will the protection of my trademark work in other countries as well?
answered on Mar 6, 2021
The application fee for trademark registration with the USPTO is $250-$350 per trademark, per class. Attorney fees vary but it is recommended that you work with an attorney. Trademark registration in one country doesn't provide registration in another country.
I can email a screenshot and also my application to view. Can you look it over and tell me if the application looks good to go? I intend to sell herbal powders, essential oils, bars of soap, and herbal teas. Thanks for your time.
Class codes I used:
Class: 003- for soap and... View More
answered on Mar 1, 2021
Looks like you are ok.
You should consult with an attorney to make sure your mark has a chance.
cheers
I want to register this brand for clothing and accessories and I would like to know if it's possible and what is the cost
answered on Jan 26, 2021
You need to consult an attorney so he can do a thorough search for you
I have fictional character I made for movies, music and books. I want to protect it and license it
answered on Jan 18, 2021
Yes, in theory you can. You do not need to first form a business or decide on a business name. However, in order to obtain a registered trademark, you have to actually use the fictional character as a brand and "in commerce" which means that you need to sell things under that brand. And,... View More
answered on Jan 16, 2021
The trademark process is usually done in two steps. First, you’ll need to perform a clearance search to ensure that the name is available and that there are no “confusingly similar” trademarks. Then, if the name is clear, you can protect the name by submitting a trademark application through... View More
and how can I change that?
answered on Dec 31, 2020
You should consult with an attorney.
If you are trying to save money by doing yourself you can contact the examiner and ask him or her.
You may be confused as to what you got.
answered on Dec 26, 2020
Depends on whether somebody else is using and in what context
Consult with an attorney
Registered in NY
answered on Dec 17, 2020
Many companies use and register multiple trademarks associated with their brand name(s) and individual product lines. Consult with a trademark attorney to guide you through the process and determine which marks will be used to represent the company's goods/services.
I've been operating as a DJ under a certain name since 2016. I'm small-time, but have been paid to perform and have social media profiles registered under my performance name that have been in use since 2016, although I have never registered a trademark or anything.
Today, I found... View More
answered on Dec 8, 2020
Depends on how long you have been using it and if they started using it before you or after.
You may have common law rights.
You should contact an attorney to understand your rights better.
At best you could continue using the name unless they contact you in which case you... View More
My daughter is an artist, photographer, craftswoman, woodworker and a very creative person. She has been selling by word of mouth. She creates and re-purposes many different items putting her flair on them and is attempting to build a brand. She came up with a "company" name and wants to... View More
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answered on Dec 4, 2020
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I would like to use the Chubbles trademark in merchandise
I would like to send a cease and desist form
answered on Nov 23, 2020
Hi there. This is impossible to answer without more information. I highly suggest contacting a trademark attorney directly to speak about your specific situation. Feel free to reach out if you would like to discuss your case.
answered on Oct 26, 2020
It may show as dead because of a error in the calendar. A trademark attorney will have to review the history of the mark for information suggestive of your use as a good or a bad idea. You may be infringing if the renewal failure was an oversight.
See an attorney.
So I design and print custom sports cards myself and recently I have been getting a lot of interest in them. I understand Panini has the sole rights to create and sell NBA cards. Is there a way to sell the cards I create without infringing on Panini’s rights? I’ve heard altering existing... View More
answered on Oct 20, 2020
There is not enough information here to answer this fully, but here are some areas of potential concern:
1) The NBA's rights to the trademarks of teams and their own marks
2) The Teams' rights to their own marks
3) Copyright rights to the photos you're using... View More
answered on Oct 18, 2020
The suggestion is that a TM of "dapper" has expired. the expiration may be an oversight, the mark may still be in use and your use may infringe. Also, is the use of "dapper" with the same or similar goods or services as you propose to use? See an attorney having Trademark Law experience.
My original birth name is trademarked. How would this effect my ability to use it In business? I would like to use my real name for future Business ideas and brands.
answered on Oct 4, 2020
Generally speaking, trademark law does afford you additional flexibility in using your own name for your own business under the "fair use" doctrine. But you should still be mindful of any potential "likelihood of confusion" with the other brand. Also, avoid using your name in... View More
I have a trademark that was filed and is currently 1a status. Since we converted I would like to update our application. It says documents are required when submitting the conversion online would this be the certificate of conversion or are they looking for a specific type of document?
answered on Sep 30, 2020
A Voluntary Amendment form may be filed with the USPTO to request modification and/or addition to an already filed application that the Law Office examining attorney has not yet examined, however the applicant must carefully review the instructions because not all amendments will be accepted.
My name is 4 letters in a unique order, (no existing trademarks). My LOGO for my future website/merchandise, will basically be this same name, designed in a cursive like font (my own handwriting) I initially spoke to a USPTO rep and discovered if I was to theoretically apply for my name and logo... View More
answered on Sep 26, 2020
My recommendation would be to file two applications, covering two classes each. One for the plain name, covering both apparel and music-related services; and another for stylized name covering the same classes. You should reach out to a qualified trademark attorney like myself to help guide you... View More
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