answered on Mar 22, 2022
There are options to revive an abandoned mark, but it is likely at this point that you would need to file a new trademark registration application if you now intend to use it in relation to the sale of a product or service in interstate commerce.
Contact a trademark lawyer to discuss your... View More 
Will trademark history be publicly visible?
answered on Jan 24, 2022
You need to consult with an attorney to map out your best strategy!
answered on Nov 3, 2021
If abandonment was due to unintentional delay in filing a statement of use or responding to an office action, you may file a petition to revive the abandoned application. If it was due to USPTO error, you can file a petition for reinstatement. In either case, the petition must be received in the... View More
I'm wanting to use the word in a book I'm writing, and I would like there permission
answered on Sep 3, 2021
You need to invest in a consultation with an attorney to analyze your case and provide options.
We can identify the owners and reach out to them.
I have a coming soon page on my site, but I am unsure if I should file as Section 1a or 1b, because I don't know if 1a only applies to someone who is using the class specified directed to their business already.
answered on Aug 25, 2021
Section 1a can only be used if a trademark is currently used in commerce. Section 1b is for marks that are not currently in use in commerce, but will be in use in commerce at a later date. Section 1b has some additional fees. You should consult with an attorney to find out which application you... View More
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.
I want to be able to keep this username for a very long time and don’t want any problems with other company’s or the YouTube Annoying Orange. Need help in understanding trademarking. I have a gaming account with the username AnoyingOrang and would like to move further with that account name.... View More
answered on May 23, 2021
You need to consult with an attorney, so she can do a search and an analysis of the strenght of the mark.
answered on May 21, 2021
Contact the company that handles the licenses and ask for one.
Contact an attorney for further assistance.
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... View 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.... View More
answered on Mar 12, 2021
Using a trademark that is confusingly similar to another trademark being used in the same or related class/category of goods or services could be deemed infringement and will likely be a barrier to trademark registration. Using the same dominant words in the trademark may increase the likelihood... View More
trademark their musical names?
answered on Feb 18, 2021
This is a legal directory and so your question is being presented to an entire legal community and not directed to whomever helped you originally. With that said, I or any of the attorneys on this platform can help you out. Our contact information is listed in each of our profiles and would be... View More
answered on Jan 24, 2021
Depends on who is Groot and if somebody owns it
Consult with an attorney
If i were to use koolaid for a website like twitch (without caps or dashes) and I started broadcasting with the name like "koolaid person" would I be subjected to copy right and could I get sued for that because I don't want to get into any troubles!
answered on Dec 10, 2020
Here's some quick information for you. First, you wouldn't be dealing with copyright. This would be a trademark issue. Second, capitalization, spaces, dashes, etc. do not make a difference. The USPTO uses phoenetics to determine if a mark is similar or not. So they would sound identical.... View More
answered on Nov 10, 2020
It would depend on what you are trying to sell under that name. You would not be able to sell crayons, markers, etc because it is too close to Crayola. But you may be able to sell other items or services under that name.
You should speak to a trademark attorney about your specific situation.
I am starting a youtube channel containing instructional and entertaining videos about homebrewing (beer, wine, etc...). The channel will be owned by my parent llc. I'm looking into trademarking the parent companies name and logo. Which class of trademark do i want to use? Class 33 for... View More
answered on Nov 10, 2020
Arguably, the most crucial pieces of any trademark application are the selection of the appropriate filing classes and the proper description of goods and/or services within those classes. They are also commonly the subject of refusals by the USPTO. I highly recommend consulting a trademark... View More
Well I sell makeup I just thought the name would be great fit ! What if I flip the C to a K or use the word crayon
answered on Nov 7, 2020
It depends on how you are wanting to use the word. Are you wanting to sell crayons under the name Crayola? That's definitely not allowed. However, there are many other ways that you could legally use the word Crayola depending on what you are trying to do or sell. Also, the protections here... View More
Can I still trademark and use the name even though the spelling is different? Another thing the logos are totally different.
answered on Oct 19, 2020
Infringement is similarity in sight or sound for similar goods or services. Many factors exist - when did you first use - are the goods / services similar - where is the opposing using the mark - how do you use the mark?
You will have to see counsel who will have to see all... View More
My trademark application is live and pending yet I recently realized someone with a similar name like mine, they just changed the last letter on the word, so instead of Y they replaced it with an E. So can I send a cease and desist even though my application is pending yet live? The other company... View More
answered on Oct 18, 2020
The use of a mark which is similar in sight and sound used for similar goods and or services is infringement. Is the other mark used for sale of similar goods and or services?
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