Pros and Cons of DIY Trademark Registration Services: Buyer Beware! **Attorney Advertising**
In the age of technology and convenience, numerous do-it-yourself (DIY) trademark registration services have emerged, promising a quick and affordable route to securing a trademark. While these services may seem appealing, there can be significant problems and drawbacks associated with using them. One of the most troubling aspects of DIY services is that they lack […]
What to Know When Submitting a Specimen with Your Trademark Application **Attorney Advertising**
To obtain a trademark registration in the United States, you are required to show “use” of your trademark. In other words, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) wants to know exactly how you are using the mark in commerce. This is typically done by submitting an application and including a specimen—or example– of […]
™ or ®: What’s the Difference? ** Attorney Advertising **
Trademarks are distinctive names or symbols of companies, products, or services that distinguish one company’s goods or services from that of their competitors. Registration of a mark helps to deter others from using the same name or symbol to market their own products. There are multiple symbols used to convey the status of one’s trademark […]
