How should i claim? I have PCT method patent application about part applicable in laser.

You have asked about four different questions regarding international applications. International patent protection is expensive, to the point...

The others have already given you good advice regarding making sure the mark is truly abandoned before beginning use of it, and making sure that no...

If a trademark consists of two words that are arguably merely descriptive plus a design...

Keeping in mind that these issues are so individual and fact-specific that answers based on hypotheticals are of very limited value, the...

How much protection does registering a trademark on the supplemental register provide if any?

The Supplemental Register is for marks that are not yet distinctive of a source of goods or services, but can become distinctive. Registration...

Yes. As long as you are using the exact words, use of those works along with a design is also use of those words for the purpose of maintaining a...

Does the patenting process add to this following formula of waiting periods?

License agreements can be and are sometimes entered based on a pending patent application. If the product is worth licensing, it is not necessary...

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One issue is whether the name of your channel implies affiliation with or endorsement by the owners of the trademark rights for "Bill and Ted's...

If there is a patent for an oil can patent a vaccine or inhalant based on same oil?

Most inventions are small improvements over previous inventions. A vaccine or inhalent based on a previously patented oil can be patented if it is...

Why is jewelry considered a "useful article?"

Jewelry includes a wide variety of articles. I find a watch to be quite useful. Not only is an entire watch design protectable through design...

Can you have a trademark on both the principle register and supplemental register at the same time?

The Supplemental Register is largely a place holder for marks that are not currently distinctive but are capable of becoming distinctive. It does...