If your trademark application is refused, you’ll receive an Office Action from the USPTO explaining why. You can then choose to either respond and argue against the refusal, agree to amend your application, or abandon the trademark and start over. https://saperlaw.com/trademark-office-action-responses/

Yes, a trademark is for products, while a service mark is for services. Essentially, they function the same way, but the term “trademark” is often used for both.

Yes, to obtain trademark rights, you must use the trademark in commerce by selling or offering a good/service under that mark. Federal trademark registration requires proof of this commercial use.

You can use the TM symbol at any time to indicate that you claim rights to a trademark, even if it’s not registered. The ® symbol, however, can only be used once your trademark is officially registered with the USPTO

A state trademark provides protection only within a specific state, while a federal trademark, registered with the USPTO, grants nationwide protection across the U.S. Federal trademarks offer stronger legal rights and broader enforcement options, whereas state trademarks are limited to state-level enforcement

Each country has its own trademark system. A trademark that is secured in the United States will not apply in another country. To ensure that your trademark is recognized in another country, you must go through their process for trademark registration. However, there is a way to streamline this process. Continue Reading

Absolutely! Trademarks can be anything that serves as a source identifier. That means you can even trademark a smell or sound. The slogan or phrase that you seek to be trademarked must be prominently used in association with your goods or services. Start your trademark registration here!

If you suspect trademark infringement, it’s important to take action right away. One of our lawyers can discuss the strength of your case and potential courses of action.  Request a Consultation

The USPTO has a public search system that offers tools to search for potentially conflicting trademarks. Given the complexity of the search process, it is advisable to work with an attorney to conduct the search and review the results. Saper Law can conduct an in-depth search for you as a Continue Reading

The fees associated with registering a trademark depend on how many classes your goods and services fall into. The standard fee is $350 per class.