Your current state is Virginia
First of all.. I wish they kept airing episodes!
It might be trademarked. You might not get a hit off a basic word mark search through the USPTO and need an attorney to do a TESS search (they arn't easy--one of the reasons why people hire attorneys)
There might also be... Read more »
Lets say "Pinky Skin" is trademarked back in 2018
IC 003. US 001 004 006 050 051 052. G & S: Cosmetics
but they are not using it anywhere on their products, websites, or social media. Feels like they just got it and they decided not to use it.
We wanna launch a... Read more »
Theoretically speaking, you need to be sure it is not only similar in words, but also in appearance and sounds, to any marks used or applied for by other parties. You are right, unless a thorough search is complete, nobody can say for sure.
Also give some examples to better understand that situation.
You should consult with an attorney to understand all options.
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.... Read more »
Which company did my trademark?
You can consult with an attorney and search for your trademark in the system
I am buying the insignia for a military branch then affixing it to a wooden flag, then selling the flag. The company I am buying the insignia from is licensed to sell them.
Probably not.
It will depend on the conditions of the sale.
I invented this word back in 2005 as part of my non profit, Da Jesus Factory and outreach ministry slogan. Where P.E.A.C.E. IS Godufactured 24/7. I recently discovered that someone attempted to get a trademark for it but it appears it failed. Is it possible for me to obtain a trademark for it now.
Depends
You need to consult with an attorney to review your chances
I was sent an email by Marketing Solutions LLC in New Mexico that my business KN Marketing Solutions is in violation of Trademark law of "Marketing Solutions" name, which is registered trademark in the state of New Mexico to Marketing Solutions LLC. However, my business is registered in... Read more »
The test here is likelihood of confusion.
Whether somebody would get confused.
You need to consult with an attorney.
Hello! I'm interested in utilizing the word "funfetti" in a business name unrelated to a cake or the product funfetti. It appears as though the name is Trademarked and I was wondering if it's something I can utilize in an unrelated capacity.
Thank you!
An easy example is to look at the term "pandora". We have pandora music but we also have pandora jewelry.
Without going more in depth thats a good way to think of this matter.
You can always consult with a trademark attorney. Many like myself offer free consultations.
I think I know what you're asking, but not entirely sure.
If you have a design for your small business and would like to know how it fairs in regards to trademarking feel free to reach out to an attorney for a consult.
Consult with an attorney so she can do proper searches and give you a risk assesment.
Depends
You should consult with an attorney to understand your goals and risks
DARPA, CDMA, USCCA, USCIS, RealID, E-Sign
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.
Check USPTO TESS data base. It includes dead trademarks. There are other sources, too.
I was told that I could petition for the Abandoned trademark of BIONDA BRUNA HANDMADE IN ITALY WWW.BIONDA-BRUNA.COM - Trademark Details
So I need a lawyer to help me to obtain the abandon trademark.
A trademark application is typically deemed abandoned for failure to submit a required response to the USPTO. However it is still important to determine whether the mark is still in use by the applicant or by any other business. A trademark attorney can assist you with this process.
I see hundreds of books from various authors with that title on Amazon.
No
Consult with an attorney to understand your options and risks
I'd like to use the slogan Run Forrest Run as a political candidate, my name is Forrest.
As a politician or aspiring to be you should have a team of advisors including attorneys
It should include branding people
In general a trademark protects the products or services that it was registered for.
If you use it for political purposes and it has no protection for... Read more »
Probably not
You should consult an attorney to evaluate your options and risks
The owner of trademark sent me this: According to the USPTO, Girl Dad and #girldad infringe on our mark because they would be confused with Girldad. Consider this example, a gentleman applied for a mark using "girl dad" in February (serial number 88805589) and on May 12, 2020 received a... Read more »
They are correct
You should consider an alternative trademark and consult with an attorney
Can I adapt the murder of roger ackroyd (in the public domain in 2022) and include hercule poirot?
you are probably confused with copyrights
You should consult with an attorney and do an analysis of your plans.
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