Hi, Why some inventors choose to don't publish their patent application when they file it?

The patent application will be treated the same way by the Patent Examiner. By not publishing, you give up two rights: the ability to get patent...

When looking at trademarking a similar company name what constitutes "use" when determining who had rights to the name first?

What is “Use” for Trademark Registration? In order for a trademark to be registered, the applicant must be using the mark in commerce on the...

I agree with my colleagues. I will add a few points that may be helpful: Phonetic equivalents are generally indexed under the standard spelling....

Can you get a patent if you better an existing idea

Yes, if the improvement is novel and nonobvious. There are several legal strategies that can be used as a patentability strategy.To overcome...

Do i need a trademark attorney?

Yes, an attorney is advisable. These claims are not always valid. You can only make good decisions with good information.

I suspect you got into a section of the application for additional statements and you are replying to questions related to a prior registration...

Would "Caribbean life" be considered a geographical indication ?

Geographic-related terms can be registered in many cases. The mark will be classified as descriptive, however, if the geographic area is known for...

What is a geographical indicator in a trademarks? ( Examples are appreciated)

Geographic-related terms can be registered in many cases. The mark will be classified as descriptive, however, if the geographic area is known for...

Massage therapy requires a license in NY. Working requires an EAD. It would be very risky to undertake this path and will likely result in...

Registering a trademark for a business name

You will want to register the name that you will be using in business and what your customers will use to find you. How will the mark appear on...