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What Are Common Law Trademark Rights?
The continuing importance of so-called “common law” trademark rights is a source of confusion for […]
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Attorney John Hilla Quoted in the Detroit Free Press
Attorney John Hilla was quoted in The Detroit Free Press on August 19, 2021 regarding […]
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Why You Shouldn’t Use a Geographic Term In Your Trademark
You should not use a geographic term in your trademark. Why? A trademark must uniquely […]
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Can Rat-Man Register His Name as a Trademark?
Can a superhero register his or her name as a trademark? How do the trademark […]
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Should I Register a Trademark for a Name or Logo First?
Whether or not to register a trademark for a business or product name or for […]
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Can I Register a Trademark for My Restaurant or Food Truck?
You can and should register a Federal trademark for your restaurant or food truck—so long […]
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Your Options after Trademark Registration Refusal
So you’ve received a Final Office Action. Your trademark registration application is refused. What now? […]
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What Is the Trademark Registration Publication Phase?
The publication phase is the second step in the Federal trademark registration process. When applying […]
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How Long Does a Federal Trademark Last?
Federal trademark registration, unlike copyright or patent protection, does not protect your right to a […]
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When Has a Trademark Acquired Distinctiveness?
Acquired distinctiveness is a basis upon which a trademark that otherwise could not be registered […]