In today’s global economy, it is smart to consider trademark registration in China. Whether you plan to manufacture your product in Beijing or you already reach customers in Shanghai, it is important to begin the process as soon as possible. Bad faith trademark registrations are on the rise in China, and the best way to avoid this challenging situation is to […]
If you’ve recently registered your U.S. trademark, you may be wondering how to extend your trademark protections overseas. A trademark registered in the United Kingdom provides trademark rights and protections in England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Whether your online retail shop has customers in Glasgow, or you plan to open a brick and mortar shop in London, you may want […]
After you have registered your U.S. trademark, you may be considering expanding your protections to other countries. In today’s global marketplace, it is often a good idea to have a strategic international trademark plan. Whether you reach customers in Europe or you manufacture goods in China, filing an international trademark can be a valuable, and often necessary, asset to your business. […]
If you are a foreign entity considering filing a trademark in the United States, there are two very good reasons to use a local US trademark attorney as opposed to filing through the Madrid Protocol. 1. Filing directly through a US trademark attorney will likely result in a faster registration than if you file through the Madrid Protocol. First and […]
Once you’ve registered your business name with the United States Patent and Trademark Office, you may be considering international trademarks. Because trademark protection is only granted in the countries in which your trademark is registered, it is important to have a strategic international trademark plan. A trademark registered with the United Kingdom will provide protection in England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern […]
As a trademark owner, you’ve probably learned of the benefits of registering your trademark in China. Whether you have existing customers in Shanghai or you are looking to manufacture your product in Beijing, your business could benefit from Chinese trademark protection. The first step in this process is to conduct a China trademark database search. This will alert you to any […]
Canada’s longstanding trademark laws are about to change. On June 17, 2019, Canadian trademark owners and applicants will see differences in how trademarks are approved, the cost to file, and the international application process, among other changes. The largest change to Canada’s trademark laws in recent history will better align with global trademark requirements and processes. Here’s what you need to […]
Today is our very first video from our new studio here at the office. I hope you are going to enjoy some of the videos we will be producing about trademark issues that come up in the future. For our very first video, I wanted to discuss how important registering for a trademark in China has become for U.S. businesses. […]
When filing a trademark with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”) you must file for specific goods and/or services in specific classes (called “International Classes”). Sounds simple enough, right? However, complicating this is the fact that the USPTO has 45 different classes (and two special designations for certification marks). Depending on the goods and/or services that you are currently […]
Filing for trademark registration in another country may seem like a daunting task, but it could be one of the most critical decisions you make as a business owner. Your U.S. trademark offers you protection from infringement and counterfeiting in the United States, but those same protections do not apply in China unless you register your trademark there as well. Whether […]
As a business owner or entrepreneur, you understand the importance of having a federally registered trademark in the United States. You are aware of the protections it provides your brand, and the value it holds as an asset to your business. In today’s global marketplace, it is often critical to protect your brand, not just in the United States, but internationally. […]
The Madrid Protocol is an international filing system that allows members of the Protocol to file in multiple jurisdictions using the same, streamlined system. Although this system is often cheaper and easier than filing in each country individually, there are a number of common issues that a Madrid Protocol applicant can run into when it files to extend its protection […]