FAQ

CAN I USE MY FOREIGN TRADEMARK FOR PROTECTION IN THE UNITED STATES?

Generally, trademark rights exist only in countries where the mark is being used. A trademark has a separate existence on a...

LIKELIHOOD OF CONFUSION BETWEEN TRADEMARKS CAN DEPEND ON WHAT PART CONSUMERS FOCUS

One's ability to register a trademark can depend on whether the trademark to be registered creates a "likelihood of confusion" with a...

MUST I CEASE USING MY BUSINESS NAME EVEN THOUGH IT WAS NEVER TRADEMARKED?

QUESTION: I have been doing business for years under a specific name that has never been trademarked. Now I am receiving communications...

HOW CAN I CHECK TO SEE IF I'VE INFRINGED SOMEONE'S TRADEMARK?

QUESTION: I recently opened a new business and today I received an email from someone through my webpage indicating I have infringed on...