How do you make sure your trademark is approved?
It is fairly easy to check your trademark registration on the USPTO website, at http://tsdr.uspto.gov/. Enter your trademark serial or reference number on the Trademark Status and Document Retrieval (TDSR) page to receive the status of your pending and registered trademarks.
How do I make sure my name is not copyrighted?
Use the USPTO’s free trademark database. To start, go to the USPTO’s Trademark Electronic Business Center at http://www.uspto.gov/main/trademarks.htm and choose “Search.” Then follow the instructions you see on the screen.
How do you check if a trademark has been registered?
You can search all applied-for and registered trademarks free of charge by using the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)’s Trademark Electronic Search System (TESS). If your mark includes a design element, you will have to search it by using a design code.
How do you check if a trademark is already registered?
Log in to the official website of trademark registration in India: https://ipindiaonline.gov.in. Click on the trademarks tab and then click on public search.
Do you need an EIN to register a trademark?
The trademark registration of a business name is not always necessary, but doing so can prevent future allegations of trademark infringement or market confusion. An EIN provides your business with a unique identification number for tax purposes. Most businesses are required by the IRS to have an EIN.
Can you revive an abandoned trademark?
If your own trademark has fallen into ‘dead’ or ‘abandoned’ status, you may be able to file a petition to revive it. If filing the petition is not possible, you will need to register with the USPTO again.
What should I consider before applying to register my trademark?
Applying to register your trademark doesn’t guarantee it will register. Therefore, you should do your best to make sure everything in your initial application meets the requirements for federal registration. Consider each of these items before you start your application. Your trademark application becomes public record once you submit it.
What is a filing basis for trademark registration?
A filing basis is the legal or statutory basis for filing an application to federally register a trademark in the United States. You must specify in your application which filing basis you’re using and meet the requirements for the basis you’ve selected. Learn about the different types of filing basis options.
Can you delete a filing basis for a trademark?
You can only narrow or delete them. A filing basis is the legal or statutory basis for filing an application to federally register a trademark in the United States. You must specify in your application which filing basis you’re using and meet the requirements for the basis you’ve selected.
How do I avoid trademark infringement?
Avoiding trademark infringement requires a basic understanding of trademark law, good research and sound judgment. Before starting any new venture, take the time to make sure that you are not getting too close to an existing trademark. LegalZoom will help you search for registered trademarks, and file your own.