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Trademarks In The News

Jaguars Quarterback Gardner Minshew Files 3 Trademarks

Minshew filed trademarks for MISSISSIPPI MUSTACHE, MINSHEW MANIA, and MINSHEW MAGIC with the USPTO on November 21, 2019.

Trademark Protection

Is a Logo a Trademark?

A logo can be protected with a federal trademark registration, so long as you use it properly.

Chinese Trademarks

The Cost to Register a Trademark in China

Typically, the cost to register a trademark in China is $850 in legal fees for applications in one or two classes, and government fees are $50 per class.

Trademark Protection

Which Trademark Symbol Should I Use?

If you have obtained a federal registration for your trademark, you may use a circled R symbol. Otherwise, use a TM symbol.

Trademark Protection

What are the Economic Benefits of a Registered Trademark?

Trademarks offer not only legal benefits, but economic benefits as well.  Here are 5 economic benefits federally registered trademarks have to offer.

Filing Basis for Trademarks

The Benefits of Intent-to-Use Trademark Filings

Intent to Use trademark applications can be extremely beneficial for your brand. This article provides three key reasons on how to use this type of filing.

US Trademark Registration for Foreign Entities

5 Steps for Australian Businesses Registering a U.S. Trademark

If you own an Australian company doing business in the US, it’s wise to consider US trademark registration. We layout 5 steps to register a US trademark in Australia.

Filing Basis for Trademarks

What Is the Correct Filing Basis for Your Trademark?

When filing a US trademark application you must select a “filing basis.” This video helps you understand what filing basis may be correct for your application.

Trademark Protection

Once I File My Trademark Application, Can I Add Additional Goods and Services (Classes) Later On?

You may not add goods/services to an existing trademark application. A new application is needed to increase the scope of goods/ services for your trademark.

International Trademark Registration

Is My U.S. Trademark Registration Protected Internationally?

A United States trademark only protects your brand within the US. Trademarks must be filed in each individual country in which you would like protection.

Trademark Attorneys

Do I Need to Hire a Trademark Attorney Near Me?

To conduct a trademark search and file a federal trademark application you do not need a trademark attorney near you.

Trademarks In The News

Daniel Jones Files Trademark for “DANNY DIMES”

New York Giants quarterback files trademark application for nickname he says "could be worse."