
US Trademark Requirements Part 2: Use in Commerce

US Trademark Requirements Part 1: Distinctiveness

Top 10 Questions to Ask a Trademark Attorney
A trademark attorney is essentially a licensed legal professional qualified to handle matters regarding trademark law. In the U.S., unlike other countries, the term “trademark attorney” is not strictly defined.
A trademark attorney is still considered a general legal professional and may, in fact, offer counsel regarding matters other...

Trademark Symbol | Everything You Need to Know
As a consumer, you’re no doubt familiar with the ™ and/or ® symbols. Even if you don’t know what they mean exactly, you’ve probably seen them on enough brands and enough logos to know that they stand for something.
Although confusing, a trademark symbol is necessary. In the...

FAQ: What is Trade Dress?
Trade dress is an area of trademark law that is often overlooked. Many business owners and entrepreneurs are familiar with copyrights and trademarks, but very few realize how valuable a trade dress can be in terms of protecting and defining their brand.
Trade dress capitalizes on the...