Tag: trademark-application

  • Primer for Trademark and Copyright Protection Through the Office of Customs and Border Protection

    Trademarks and copyrights are important property rights for businesses, artists, and authors. U.S. Customs and Border Protection can help protect these rights by seizing imported goods that violate trademarks or copyrights. There are criminal penalties for trafficking in counterfeit goods. Companies and individuals can file their trademarks and copyrights with CBP for quicker and more…

  • How can I ensure the safety of my brand?

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    To secure a trademark, you can pursue registration by submitting an application with the appropriate national/regional trademark office and fulfilling the necessary financial obligations. If you desire international coverage, you have the option to submit a trademark application with the trademark office of each relevant country, or you may consider leveraging WIPO’s Madrid System.

  • What is the Brand Modernization Law?

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    The Brand Modernization Law (BML) is a federal law in the United States passed in 2020 that brought several changes to the Lanham Act, which regulates trademark law. The BML seeks to make the trademark registration process more efficient and effective, encourage increased involvement of third parties in questioning registrations, and introduce fresh methods for…

  • How can I safeguard my Trademark in other nations?

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    Following a process similar to that in the United States, you would initially conduct a thorough trademark search in the target countries to confirm that your mark is not already registered or being used by someone else. Subsequently, initiate an international application: If you aim to safeguard your trademark in multiple countries, you may consider…