I’m looking to start a new business but I first want to trademark the name and idea
answered on May 26, 2022
You need to consult with an attorney to guide you through the process.
answered on Apr 26, 2022
It is not quite clear whether you are seeking to re-file a rejected trademark registration application or file a renewal of an existing registration, but, either way, you should seek the advice of a US trademark lawyer for your best options.
A trademark attorney will discuss your options... Read more »
I was going to register as an LLC and trademark because it's not found in Ga can I do that?
answered on Mar 30, 2022
It's important to remember that the registration of an LLC or other business entity name with your state naming authority is a totally different process than Federal trademark registration with the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
A name may be "free" within the state... Read more »
answered on Feb 26, 2022
If you have a federal registration for the mark, and it is being used for similar goods or services, you can bring an infringement case in federal court. If the new user of the mark is unaware it is registered, it may be possible for you to stop them and even get them to pay damages by sending... Read more »
As a very rough example, if the phrase "Tigers" is trademarked by/for Auburn University, I would assume one could not produce apparel in school colors with the phrase "Tigers". However, is the word "Tiger" used in that same way also covered? Or is the first case... Read more »
answered on Jan 6, 2022
Trademarks are words, phrases and/or designs that are used to indicate the source of specific goods or services. The objective of trademark registration is to avoid the likelihood of confusion by purchasers as to the source. If a trademark is used and registered in the singular form, the plural is... Read more »
answered on Dec 19, 2021
Maybe.
Depends if it is alive and for sale.
Consult with an attorney.
What is the cost for trademarking one class service and one mark. This is for a software company.
answered on Dec 1, 2021
You have government costs as well as attorney fees to consider. You should consult with an attorney and get an estimate.
I want to purchase the rights to ownership of this trademark:
Serial # "78338468", Registration # "3204956", Status "710 - Cancelled - Section 8".
answered on Oct 19, 2021
It depends on what your profession is. If the use of the trademark of the other could leave average person to be confused about the source of the goods, it could be. Whether it is registered can be found out with the help of an attorney.
I have a question about how my life would be if I got this company and how much money would be made for my future and family is it sure success in the business or what I do need to know if I going to make my money back in wholesale or whole period
answered on Oct 7, 2021
This question is very general. Many issues you need to address to stay out of trouble. The most common matter is your trademark. You should conduct a research and make sure you are not using others' trademark. Preferably, you should register your own trademark. Other matters include... Read more »
answered on Sep 3, 2021
You need to invest in a consultation with an attorney to analyze your case and provide options.
For example Coke makes brands like Sprite and Fanta. Their the same soda brand that have different soda. That’s what I am trying to accomplish. I have an LLC already in Georgia. Do I just make buy another LLC? Is there like a box I fill out out under my already owned LLC?
answered on Aug 3, 2021
You do not need any more LLCs
You need to register the brands to get protection against others who would want to use the same name
You need to consult with an attorney
DARPA, CDMA, USCCA, USCIS, RealID, E-Sign
answered on Jun 6, 2021
Some are functional. Some are brands. Knowing the difference is important and controls your rights.
answered on May 19, 2021
No, not familiar
let us know your question on trademarks
We became unemployed during this pandemic with my mother and started selling t-shirts over etsy.
We buy all svg and designs from digital svg sellers. Unfortunately we have received a nonsense trademark warning 3 times in the last 3 months.
Finally, a design of our "boy mom and... Read more »
answered on Mar 29, 2021
You should certainly contact an experienced intellectual property attorney for a confidential discussion. There are many facts that affect the analysis, and an experienced attorney will be able to explore all relevant facts before advising you. Such an attorney will want to review the complaining... Read more »
answered on Feb 15, 2021
What trademark are you seeking? An attorney will conduct a search for you and determine if the trademark is available.
Starting a small business creating personalized rugs and want to avoid trademark fraud.
answered on Jan 17, 2021
Maybe yes, maybe no. It depends on how the trademark is registered and how you use it on your rugs and then if and how you sell it. You should also consider that characters can be protected under copyright (in addition to trademark). Please feel free to email me if you have any questions at... Read more »
The goods and services that the dead trademark provides is not in the same category as what I want to provide
answered on Jan 16, 2021
A trademark might still be in use under "common law" even if the associate federal registration has been abandoned and listed as dead. It's even possible that the registration was unintentionally abandoned and if not too much time has passed, the owner could petition to revive the... Read more »
answered on Jan 15, 2021
A cancelled trademark may still be in use by the original trademark registrant or some other business owner. In order to avoid claims of infringement, it is important to determine if a mark (or a similar mark) is in use for the same or related goods or services. Consult with a trademark attorney to... Read more »
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