Companies and individuals often face legal challenges following the launch of their goods and services. This is because a third party may claim ‘mark infringement’. Besides, a conflict may arise due to a previously registered mark or mark application. Thus, it is crucial to carry out effective trademark searches in the jurisdiction where the business[…]
A trademark (mark) search is a crucial first step before applying for mark protection in a specific jurisdiction. Moreover, carrying out exhaustive searches helps in ensuring that the proposed mark is not already in use by another entity. Further, among the various types of trademark searches, trademark variation searches are one of the most important[…]
Global trademark registration and monitoring are crucial for businesses to drive growth and leverage their IP. Carrying out a trademark (mark) search is a crucial first step towards securing mark protection. After conducting these searches, businesses can file their application with the concerned trademark office to obtain a mark. Once a mark is registered, it[…]
To conduct global trademark searches is an indispensable step for every company that eyes the international market for product launches. This step is vital for introducing infringement-free products, which may otherwise result in legal disputes. However, many companies may not leverage to conduct global trademark searches because of the high costs and turnaround time involved.[…]
Trademark is one of those important intellectual assets that can help businesses establish their own identity and recognition in the market. Thus, it is important for business owners and entrepreneurs to make a clear-cut plan about how to brand their products and how should they go about filing their trademarks. Like patents, trademarks should also[…]
The primary objective of trademark monitoring strategies is to keep an eye on various trademark filings in different countries as a measure to secure your trademark. Advancement in technology has made monitoring quick and easy. No matter, whether you want extensive & flexible coverage or quality coverage at the lowest possible price, all you need[…]
There are times when you can face serious opposition for your mark, even after registering it. It happens when you have not performed a good trademark search before finalizing it. Alternatively, you ignored the fact that your trademark still needs an efficient watch. Here comes, the only reason why you need an excellent trademark watch[…]
Brand plays a vital role in keeping your business and its offerings distinct by giving it a unique identity in the marketplace. The key to influence the customers is the way you portray your product or service to the public, which makes them buy or connect with your business or the products and services that[…]
Filing a trademark application is a complex process that requires a detailed legal understanding. However, if somebody opts for a Federal Trademark Registration, then he or she can do it on their own. The USPTO website allows an individual to take help of a free tool named Trademark Electronic Search System (TESS) through which applicants can file[…]
The TESS (Trademark Electronic Search System) is a searchable electronic database of registered, approved, and closed trademark applications. Also, it provides a free search over the data of the past three decades. The legal Trademark professionals perform the TESS Trademark Search on the database to check for any possible infringement. The USPTO is responsible for[…]