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Trademark rights in the United States arise in one of two ways: by using a mark to market and sell products or services (use in US...

The United States is one of the few countries that requires specimens of use for trademarks filed (if based on intent to use) or...

Once you've decided on a trademark for your business and are confident that your chosen mark is available, you can proceed to file your...

Typically, a one-class trademark application can cost at least US$1,000, from filing through to registration. Trademark costs usually...

Trademark rights are territorial. A U.S. trademark registration does not give you the right to use your mark in a foreign country....

A trademark can be registered with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) to protect your exclusive right to use your mark for your...

Within a few months after filing, your application will be assigned to an examining attorney on the USPTO staff. The examining attorney...

A trademark search is a pre-filing risk analysis of your trademark in a particular country. Before filing, a wise first step would be to...

There are essentially four stages of a trademark application: Filing stage​ Examination stage Publication stage Registration stage As...

So, you’ve decided to begin the process of protecting your trademark in the United States. Realizing and understanding the importance of...

Before filing a trademark application with the USPTO (or any trademark office), you must comply with specific filing requirements. One of...