Insight & commentary on TTAB Proceedings
As a Connecticut trademark attorney, I often advise clients on the trademark registration process and what legal rights a United States Trademark registration grants. Since there are many misunderstandings about trademark law, it is worthwhile to briefly discuss some best practices on how to protect trademarks and brand names here:
1. Begin with a Full…
What comes first? A trademark registration or use of the trademark in commerce by the owner who is seeking registration? In other words, can one obtain a federal trademark registration without first using the mark in commerce? The answer is no!
Trademark use is always a prerequisite to registration in the United States Patent and…
It’s a known fact: many brand owners think that “trademarking” a product or service is deceptively simple. This and other common mistakes about trademark rights tends to create confusion and greater risk to those companies who do not have a working knowledge of the basics of trademark law. Keep in mind the following miconceptions that can create major problems for you and…
