How do I find a pending trademark?
How do I check the status of my application or registration? Use the Trademark Search and Document Retrieval (TSDR) system to retrieve status information and to review all documents currently in the record for pending applications and registered trademarks. TSDR is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Can two companies have same trademark?
The only way a similar or identical trademark can be registered is by using the defence of honest concurrent use, provided under Section 12 of the Act. The law, in this case, hands the power of decision to the Registrar. Therefore the allowance of honest concurrent use is up to the discretion of the Registrar.
Are trademark applications public?
Trademark applications and registrations are public records. Individuals and private companies may use this public information to create third-party access to these records.
What is trademark notice?
The primary benefit of the trademark notice, like in copyright, is that it puts the public on notice that you are claiming rights to the mark. Using TM, SM, and ® is an effective way to tell the world that the mark is yours.
Can you trademark an email address?
In addition to the requirement to file all trademark submissions using TEAS, the following changes also apply: Email addresses required. You will need to provide an owner email address and the email address of your attorney, if you have an attorney. Those addresses cannot be the same.
Can you sell on Amazon without a trademark?
Yes, you can sell on Amazon without joining the brand registry. The most common is having your listings hijacked by the competition selling counterfeit or knock-off products. Another common problem is low-cost manufacturers selling a similar product at a reduced price.
How do I know if my trademark is opposed?
Once your application is approved, you will receive a notification of notice of publication. This notification will inform you that on a certain date, your mark will be published for opposition. This date is the date that the opposition period will begin.
How to file a trademark application for a business?
Applying and Filing for a Trademark 1 Owner of the Mark and Contact Information. If your business is a formal legal entity such as a corporation or LLC, the name of the owner is the business name. 2 Type of Mark. There are three types of mark formats. 3 A Drawing and Specimen. 4 Trademark Filing Basis. 5 Trademark Application Fees.
Do I need permission to use a trademarked logo?
If you plan to use a logo, symbol, phrase, image, or design that has trademark protection, you must do so with permission. Businesses of all sizes are at risk when they use similar or the same marks as those registered with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
How do I check the status of my trademark application?
Throughout the entire process, you are responsible for monitoring the progress of your application through the Trademark Status and Document Retrieval (TSDR) system. You must check the status of your application at least every six months after the initial filing of the application, because otherwise you may miss a filing deadline.
Do I have to register my trademark in my country?
Some trademark owners also register their marks in jurisdictions that are known to have problems with intellectual property counterfeiting. Use of a mark is not a prerequisite for filing an application in most jurisdictions; however, some do have use requirements. Consult local counsel for more information.