A good trademark search means you at least know what might come out to bite you. A lot of DIY searches fail to find the marks that can...

Understandably, when people hear that their trademark applications have been approved, they feel relief and joy. That is fully merited....

It’s easy to understand why this is confusing for trademark users: all three symbols commonly appear beside word marks or logos. All...

In theory, forever. Or at least as long as there’s U.S. law. Whenever I ask people who they think owns the oldest living trademark on the...

For anyone who thinks this is a merely academic question, you can learn about the innovative work of teen entrepreneurs here, here, or...

You might be surprised by the answer and by the ethics rules that apply. I explain the relevant U.S. rules here. First, you need to know...

I’m wrapping up 2020 with a handful of tips that didn’t quite fit into my other posts this year but that might help you along the way in...

Trademark applicants often want to know how long the process will take from filing to registration. They are sometimes quite surprised to...

The USPTO recently announced that, effective January 2, 2021, it will increase certain trademark application-related fees. It will also...

I’ve been asked by trademark attorneys outside the U.S. why the USPTO charges so many fees after filing. I understand it can be...

When filing an application with the USPTO, you’ll need to explain how you use your mark – more specifically, what you use it with. Your...

For USPTO attorneys reviewing your trademark applications, relatedness of goods/services is 1 of the top 2 considerations when they are...

If you receive a solicitation for fees related to your trademark, BEFORE you pay, check to make sure the communication is really from the...

The USPTO’s final rule change (Changes to the Trademark Rules of Practice to Mandate Electronic Filing, 84 FR 37081) went into effect...

The USPTO is offering prioritized examination of trademark applications for certain COVID-19-related goods/services. WHAT HAPPENS IF YOU...