Category: Trademark

With over 2,750,000 registered trademarks in the US, some of them contain goods and services that have never been sold in the country. However, previously, the USPTO allowed such registrations without requiring information about the applicant’s sales. Now, with the introduction of the Trademark Modernization Act, third parties can formally petition to expunge such goods… Continue reading Trademark Expungement and Trademark Re-examination at the USPTO

If you are reading this, your trademark application has likely been approved for publication. Congratulations! This is a significant milestone in the trademark registration process. At this stage, it is important to understand what happens next and what steps you need to take to ensure a successful trademark registration. This blog post will explore the… Continue reading “Approved for Publication”: The Critical Stage in Your Trademark Registration Process

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is responsible for registering trademarks, and businesses need to protect their brand identity by securing a trademark. However, with the increasing amount of personal information required to file a trademark application, it is essential to protect your privacy. Your sensitive information, including your name, address, and even… Continue reading How to Protect Your Privacy at the USPTO When Filing a Trademark Application

Certification marks are valuable assets for businesses, organizations, and individuals who wish to distinguish their products or services from their competitors. However, protecting and registering certification marks can be a complicated and challenging process, especially for those unfamiliar with the legal framework surrounding intellectual property. This guide provides a comprehensive overview of how to protect… Continue reading From Filing to Enforcement: A Comprehensive Guide to Safeguarding Your Certification Marks

Are you a Korean company looking to expand your business in the United States and protect your brand? Registering a trademark is important in establishing your presence in the American market and safeguarding your intellectual property rights. However, the process of registering a trademark in the United States can be complex and confusing, especially for… Continue reading How to Register a Korean Trademark in the United States

The Metaverse, Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs), and Blockchain are rapidly emerging technologies revolutionizing how we interact with digital assets. As these technologies become increasingly prevalent, businesses start to recognize the importance of protecting their intellectual property in the virtual world. One crucial aspect of protecting intellectual property in the Metaverse, NFTs, and Blockchain is through trademark… Continue reading Best Practices for Drafting Trademark Applications for the Metaverse, NFTs, and Blockchain

In recent years, the Metaverse has emerged as a new frontier for businesses to expand their operations and engage with customers in a virtual space. As businesses navigate this new digital realm, protecting their intellectual property, including their trademarks, becomes increasingly important. Trademarks play a vital role in establishing a business’s identity and reputation, and… Continue reading A Guide to Trademark Protection in the Metaverse for Small Businesses

In recent years, non-fungible tokens (NFTs) have emerged as a popular and rapidly-growing segment of the digital asset market. With the increased popularity of NFTs, many creators and businesses are looking to establish their brand identities in this space by creating unique names and logos for their NFT projects. However, with proper protection, these brand… Continue reading A Guide to Trademark Registration for NFT Projects

A trademark can be “any term, phrase, symbol, design, or a combination of these things that distinguishes your goods or services,” according to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”). Can a physical gesture be registered as a trademark? The solution is not entirely obvious. Wide spectrum for application When popularity reaches a certain… Continue reading Trademarking Signature Pose/Looks – A Step Towards Individuality Protection

There has been an increase in trademark registration of digital or internet marks due to the rising trends of digital goods and services and other internet-related products. These made-up words are frequently registered as trademarks to identify specific product descriptions. In one of the most recent cases, the word “TOOLTIME” was given trademark registration for… Continue reading Trademark: Adding New Artificial Digital or Internet Words to the Domain