Tag: teas
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How to DIY: USPTO trademark registration
The United States Patent and Trademark Office, the government agency responsible for trademark registrations, provides up-to-date, comprehensive guides and toolkits: It’s important to note that the USPTO is a SELF-FUNDED AGENCY. This means they are incentivized to make every effort to help you through the application process. Well, it’s in their self-interest because they charge…
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What Do I Need for Trademark Registration?
To register a trademark, you need to either (1) have used a mark (could be a brand name, a company logo, or even a unique color) in association with your good or service or (2) have a bona fide intent to use it. How does this translate in plain English?
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USPTO TEAS—What is a disclaimer?
When required, disclaimer works against you. So, an ideal trademark would not have a disclaimer. However, sometimes you want to include certain words that need to be disclaimed no matter what. In that case, I recommend you start the trademark registration process in advance using an ITU application and do not include disclaimer in your…
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Acceptable identifications of goods and services
There are good reasons you should stick to the Trademark ID Manual when you describe your goods and services in your trademark application. Picking one outside Trademark ID Manual not only cost you more but also may delay the registration process. Why is the description important? First, you need to understand there are two different…