The process of filing a trademark begins with an application to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Once the application is published, a 30-day opposition period begins, during which time anyone who believes the trademark could damage their business may file a formal opposition. In recent years, there has been a huge [...]
Choosing the right goods and services is one of the most important parts of filing a trademark application. All applicants should be positive that they have included all relevant goods and services for any products that will use the trademark. If an error has been made in this portion of the application, you may [...]
Trademark applications filed as “intent to use applications” require that a Statement of Use and an acceptable Specimen of Use are filed prior to the registration of the mark. The Statement of Use states that the trademark is currently in use in interstate commerce. The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) allows applicants [...]
An insurance extension of time is a type of “insurance” for intent-to-use trademark applications when a Statement of Use (SOU) is filed with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. This type of extension is a common way to have an additional six months to cure any problems with the specimen of use filed [...]
A catch phrase is a phrase or expression widely recognized for its common use. Catch phrases come in many forms, and often originate in pop culture within movies, television, or music. In addition, a catch phrase can be a powerful tool for a company’s branding. Regardless of the origin, widely recognized catch phrases are [...]
When a person refers to your business, they will usually do so by name. Sometimes this may even conjure up an image of your logo in their mind. Your business’ name and logo are key elements of intellectual property that hold inherent value by defining its brand identity. Without them, your customers would not be [...]
When establishing a business, conducting a comprehensive trademark search is essential. Failure to do so could have devastating consequences including time lost and exorbitant costs. With help from an experienced trademark attorney at War IP Law PLLC, companies can plan ahead and set their business up for success. Schedule an initial consultation to discuss the [...]
Finding the appropriate trademark classes can be a challenge. Accurately selecting the proper class can help ensure that the trademark remains protected. The United States Patent and Trademark Office ("USPTO") oversees the registration of trademarks and divides its categories into 45 different classes: 34 for products and 11 for services. Those classes help the [...]
After signing a Notice of Allowance, a trademark is one step closer to approval. With the Notice of Allowance, the application has undergone an extensive examination and is almost ready for trademark status. However, this notification does not guarantee full registration for the mark. Understanding your part of the process is vital to trademark acceptance. [...]
Similar trademark names can often lead to confusion and disputes over domain names. There are also times when a party buys a web address in bad faith. Whether the purchase was in bad faith or not, domain name disputes must be settled using one of three processes under the Uniform Domain-Name Dispute-Resolution Policy, according to [...]
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