trademark basics

Trademarks vs Car insuranceThere are three similarities and three differences between trademark registration and car insurance. Let's start with similarities first. Number one - you MUST do both even though you don't want to do either. So both are necessary "evils." You've got mandatory car insurance. You don't have mandatory...

How to Trademark a NameBefore we get into the actual formula, let me make a couple of remarks. So, we call TMs into Rs a brand protection formula. TM refers to an unregistered trademark, which means you yourself think it's your trademark. You don't need a lawyer to do that...

What Happens?Some party files a statement of opposition petitioning the trademark office not to register your mark because of any number of reasons. Usually, they believe your registration will hurt their rights or legitimate interests. It is your responsibility to respond and prove that your reasons for registration outweigh...

It’s a story we’ve heard many times before when someone with an idea for a trademark is beaten to the punch by another quicker applicant. It’s something of a hidden trademark cost in that slowness to act is punished over the faster applicant. Will the trademark examiner...

Tips for Your Trademark Registration ProcessTip #1Tip number one, get it done. Unless you're building your business hoping to fail miserably in the next year or two, there's really no situation in which not having your brand trademarked is better than having your brand trademarked. Every single time, having your...

Definition and purposeA Statement of Use (SOU) is a sworn document filed by the trademark owner to attest that the trademark is currently in use in commerce. It is required by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) to maintain a trademark registration. The purpose of the SOU is...

A clear and concise trademark description is crucial for any business owner who plans to protect their brand identity, differentiate their goods and services from competitors, and eventually establish a strong reputation in the marketplace. A well-crafted trademark description lays the foundation for strong trademark protection and helps ensure that...

The realm of trademarks can be complex and intimidating, especially for businesses, regardless of their size. A registered trademark is a crucial protective measure for your brand, granting you exclusive rights to use the mark for the goods and services it represents. However, not every trademark qualifies for registration. There...

Proper specimen labeling and identification is an essential step in the healthcare process as it involves the accurate identification and labeling of trademark specimens, of patient samples, ranging from blood, tissues, to other body fluids. It plays a crucial role in ensuring that laboratory tests yield accurate results, enabling healthcare...