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Q: I filed for a trademark using a personal address, is there anything I can do to have this hidden in public records?

I do not have a physical location for my business, so I used a personal address. I am a bit controversial online, and this information being public could be risky for me. Thank you for answering.

James L. Arrasmith
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answered on Oct 18, 2024

Using a registered agent service can help keep your personal address private in public records. These services provide a business address that can be listed instead of your home address, ensuring your personal information remains confidential.

You might also consider updating your trademark...
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Q: How do I acquire this trademark? This company was established by my great-great-grandfather; I’d like to re-establish.

I’m looking to utilize my family’s trademark to establish a condiment business. I would like to understand what financial and legal steps that I would need to take in order to re-acquire this trademark on behalf of my family

William D Ramos
William D Ramos
answered on Dec 14, 2022

Hi,

A lot of detail is missing but I will provide the best answer possible in light of this. If this trademark has been used, and continues to be used, in the condiments business, you have a common law claim to its being trademarked. This does not impart the same protections as being...
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Q: Is it legal to be using my name in a trademark store Jerris Apparel?
Carl P. DeLuca
Carl P. DeLuca
answered on Jun 30, 2021

Could you clarify that question? I'm not sure what you're asking.

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Q: When is a trademarked name violated? Does it have to be exactly or contain similar words to be in violation?

Robogolfpro trademarked

Rhode Island Robo Golf academy - name in question that violates trade mark..

Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on Dec 19, 2019

I would recommend a professional meeting to discuss the different aspects of the potentially conflicting marks, use, and likelihood of confusion and class of goods registration for both marks. A trademark is an important asset to the organization and deserves dedication, and resources to ensure it... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Business Formation, Business Law, Civil Litigation and Trademark for Rhode Island on
Q: Is "Newport Wellness" registrable as a service mark? geographically descriptive + generic term for the services.

I don't think it is, but I'm looking for other opinions.

Per USPTO, Generic words cannot qualify as “marks” in the legal sense and are never registrable or enforceable against third parties. Because generic words are the common, everyday name for goods and services and... View More

Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on May 14, 2019

Speak with a trademark attorney. They will explain the impact of the disclaimer to the plain words, the limitation, of the category of trade for which one might register, and other options you may consider to give you more than "thin protection" . They will also explain the... View More

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Q: I'm getting ready to file a trade mark electronically, what would a Lawyer charge me to help with that?
Donovan A Rodriques
Donovan A Rodriques
answered on Jan 18, 2017

A lawyer typically charges a fee based on the amount of work performed or to be performed. You should speak with an IP lawyer directly to discuss fees.

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