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What Does TM Mean And When Can You Use It?
When you work hard to create a product and a business, you want to protect your creations from theft and infringement. One way to do this is with a trademark. Most people are familiar with the TM and ® symbols for trademarks, but many have questions. What does TM mean? What does ® mean? When can you use one or both symbols? Using these symbols is more straightforward than you might think, but you need to ensure that you use them correctly to avoid getting into trouble. An experienced [...]
What Happens If The Specimen Submitted With The Statement Of Use Is Not Accepted?
Registering a trademark with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) provides a mark owner with legal protections over the use and possession of their creation. Any type of identifying creation that establishes the source of various goods or services can benefit from a federally registered trademark. Symbols, phrases, and other designs, therefore, could qualify. It is essential that business owners who want to register for a trademark fill out the application properly and supply all the information to get their trademark approved. A Specimen of Use is normally one [...]
Should You Assign Or License Your Work?
Registering a trademark with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) provides a mark owner with legal protections over the use and possession of their creation. Any type of identifying creation that establishes the source of various goods or services can benefit from a federally registered trademark. Symbols, phrases, and other designs, therefore, could qualify. It is essential that business owners who want to register for a trademark fill out the application properly and supply all the information to get their trademark approved. A Specimen of Use is normally one [...]
The Importance Of Intangible Assets
Equipment, buildings, equipment, and inventory make up a sizable portion of a business's value. However, intangible assets are becoming an increasingly important portion of a company’s total asset portfolio as we navigate the commercial realities of a digital age. Although they can be difficult to itemize and track, these products still have long-term worth for many businesses. To learn more about the importance of intangible assets, contact War IP Law by calling (202) 800-3754 and set up a consultation. What Are Intangible Assets? From patents to trade secrets, [...]
