Likelihood of confusion and being merely descriptive are already mentioned as possible hurdles. It’s stated in the question that the show...

Consider getting a consult with a US trademark attorney. As a foreign individual or entity you will need a US attorney to file your application --...

The question answered falls into a category of lawyer ethics. (You might want to repost the question under the category of Ethics and...

Consider hiring a local attorney to review your situation. The attorney will be able look at the complete set of facts and give guidance.

If you are basing your whole business venture tied to the name/mark – consider getting a search performed – or analysis done. This will be...

Consider looking at all your options for patenting and product development. Examples of paths to explore: (a) Using the option of a provisional...

Consider reading the full information on TESS (the USPTO search database for marks) and TSDR (click on the TSDR link/button when viewing the mark...

Consider a consult with an intellectual property attorney. As above, the suggested business plan will very likely bring about a cause of action...

Businesses/owners tend to be emotionally invested in the name they pick. It’s easier to be emotionally invested in something like your...

Look into the idea of your business name vs. a trademark. A business name can be used as a trademark, but not always. A trademark indicates the...