The U.S. Trademark Office has issued updated rules due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. The new rules are part of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act). These rules are in addition to those previously reported here.
CARES Act overview. Section 12004 of the CARES Act may toll, waive, adjust, or modify
The USPTO has issued a policy about the coronavirus and trademark deadlines.
According to the statement, the USPTO considers the effects of the Coronavirus to be an “extraordinary situation” within the meaning 37 CFR 1.183 and 37 CFR 2.146 for affected trademark owners. While the new guidelines waive certain fees, they do not waive