We’re seeing a lot of reports from our clients regarding trademark scammers and fraudsters who are targeting applicants with fake notices, emails, and invoices that look official… but they are really not. The Scam Tactics Fraudsters are getting crafty. Here are some common ways they try to deceive trademark applicants: Fake Invoices: You might receive…
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What Is a Trademark Coexistence Agreement? If someone is in the middle of a trademark dispute sometimes it feels like they are caught it a tough spot. Just image the situation. On one side, you have your brand—the very identity that sets you apart—and on the other, a trademark opposer claiming that your mark is…
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How to File to Cancel a Trademark Application: A Step-by-Step Guide Have you ever wondered how to cancel a problematic trademark application? Filing to cancel a trademark registration is an important maneuver that could potentially protect your business and your intellectual property rights. You could be in a situation where you are facing a trademark…
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Trademark applications go through a lengthy examination process at the trademark office. If the application meets all legal requirements according to the trademark examiner then it will be published for opposition in the official gazette. This process allows anyone in the public have an opportunity to oppose the registration of the trademark. Trademark oppositions can…
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Reexamination and expungement – a potential cost saving alternative to cancellation proceedings The Trademark Modernization act added two new procedures called “expungement” and “reexamination” for contesting trademark registrations, and added “nonuse” as a new ground for cancellation proceedings. Expungement and reexamination proceedings can be filed by any third party. The initial burden is on a petitioner…
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