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To Be or Not To Be Cancelled: Trademark Cancellation Procedures - Klein Moynihan Turco LLP

To Be or Not To Be Cancelled: Trademark Cancellation Procedures

Whether you own a registered trademark or contest a trademark registration, it is important to understand the various trademark cancellation procedures. A trademark is a word, phrase, symbol, design, or a combination thereof, that identifies and distinguishes the source of goods/services. A trademark is ineligible for registration with the United States Patent and Trademark Office […]

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Trademark Classification Changes in 2022 - Klein Moynihan Turco LLP

Trademark Classification Changes for 2022

On October 6, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) ruled to incorporate the international trademark classification changes adopted by the Nice Agreement Concerning the International Classification of Goods and Services for the Purposes of the Registration of Marks (“Nice Classification”). The two trademark classification changes will become effective on January 1, 2022. What

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How Long Do Trademark Registrations Last?- Klein Moynihan Turco LLP

How Long Does Trademark Registration Last?

The short answer to this question should be, forever. However, there are various steps one must take (such as meeting renewal deadlines and using the subject mark in commerce) to maintain trademark registration. This blog will look to educate our readers on post-registration obligations and the ongoing filing requirements that are necessary to maintain a

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Trademark Office Actions 101

May 30, 2018  Before filing a trademark/service mark (the “mark”) application with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”), one should assess the strength of the subject mark and research its availability in the USPTO database. Once it is determined that the mark may be available and registerable, then an application may be filed.

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