Receiving a Section 2(e)(1) refusal to a trademark application typically means that the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has determined that the mark is merely descriptive of the goods or services listed on the application. Merely descriptive trademarks, while often appealing to business owners, are not eligible for federal trademark registration through [...]
According to Q4 2023 data from the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), about 35% of those who filed applications gained approval upon first action. In other words, these applications led to approvals without any pushback from the USPTO. The remaining 65%, however, likely encountered a range of challenges during the application process. [...]
Don't Let Your Brand Get Blocked: Avoiding Domain Name Disputes in the District Many people use domain names and trademarks interchangeably, but they are not the same. Domain names and trademark law, represent two of the most complicated concepts within intellectual property matters. In this article, you will learn more about domain names and [...]
If the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) believes an applied for mark is registerable and it was not in use at the time the trademark application was filed, the USPTO issues the trademark applicant a Notice of Allowance (NOA) during the trademark registration process. However, the NOA only indicates preliminary approval; proof [...]
Protect Your Plant Creations: Discover the Process and Guidelines for Applying for Plant Patents Have you ever thought about protecting your plant creations legally? In Washington, D.C., where cool ideas and nature collide, the idea of getting a patent for your plants is pretty important. So, can your plant innovations get legal protection? Let's check [...]
Any type of intellectual property (IP) such as a word, design, sound, or slogan/phrase, that connects a company with a particular service or good, is a trademark and should be protected. When a company comes up with distinguishable and unique intellectual property it can benefit them and give them an edge over their competition. [...]
According to the International Trade Administration, intellectual property (IP) is any unique creation one can come up with, including inventions, artwork, symbols, images, commerce logos, or literary works. IP is incredibly valuable, and where businesses are concerned, IP is an intangible, precious asset that must be safeguarded. IP can be part of a successful [...]
Federally registering a trademark can be an exciting step for a brand. Registration provides protections, and registering on a federal level encourages entrepreneurs to envision seeing their brand become a household name one day. However, the registration and visions of fame come with responsibilities. The main responsibility attending a trademark is maintaining it. Registration [...]
When you register your trademark, you likely do so to protect it against infringement. When others use your registered trademark without your permission, this is infringement. In some cases, infringement can lead to trademark litigation as the trademark owner seeks compensation for damages they have suffered as a result of the infringing activity. The [...]
Why Avoiding Infringement Problems Is Important In Businesses In Washington, DC? As a business owner, you don't want to be caught off guard when it comes to intellectual property infringement. With the rise of online businesses and increased competition, infringement issues have become more common. Washington DC is home to many businesses, making it [...]
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