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Hi, I'd like to know if I can use a trademark that's been dead since 1993 and it's the same name just in the plural.
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Answered on June 11, 2015
If you really want to go ahead you need: 1) good trademark lawyer who will have 2) good investigator to determine the extent of use and length and...
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Being sued for trademark violation in Federal Court (Ohio). Trademark was made at a time after violation was alleged.
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Answered on June 11, 2015
Hire a trademark lawyer here in Ohio to go over all the facts and decide whether you want to fight or give in. I saw the Complaint on PACER since...
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With a custom manufacturing shop, if a customer requests engraving of a NFL/NBA/Marvel, etc. logo, would it be legal to make?
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Answered on June 11, 2015
This question gets asked on here all the time and answer never changes. No, you can not do this without a license from the owner. You are making...
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Are pro sports league abbreviated names (i.e. "MLB," "NFL," NBA," NHL," and "MLS") copyrighted? Example: "Future MLB Star" badge
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Answered on June 11, 2015
The leagues own rights in their names and logos and initials. So, you don't want to set a bad example for kids by teaching them it is OK to misuse...
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I want to know about checking on a registered trademark for the purpose of changing the ownership name
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Answered on June 11, 2015
What does that mean? Do you own it now? Are you going to buy a business? Hire a lawyer please, if you mess up title to a trademark registration...
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Is it better to file trademark applications country by country in the EU, or to file a single EU application?
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Answered on June 11, 2015
With all due respect, that is why you hire experienced and competent trademark lawyers. To analyze your situation and help you do it right. I've...
My LLC is getting sued. If I can't afford an attorney, what are my options?
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Answered on June 11, 2015
Your best bet is, as noted, if you have business insurance that covers it. But, most insurers will try to settle and in this case that likely means...
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I need permission to use a trademark. How complicated is this task?
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Answered on June 11, 2015
Talk to a TM lawyer. Your problem is that most companies will not give a 3rd party like you a license to re-package and sell their product. And...
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Can I register a trademark if someone else claims they have it, but all research says they do not?
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Answered on June 11, 2015
If there is someone online using the same mark for the same goods and was doing it BEFORE you began use, NO, you cannot file a trademark...
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If I file for a Trademark in the US, will this protect me in the entire world, or is this specific to the US?
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Answered on June 11, 2015
As you have heard - trademarks are territorial, just like countries and each has their own system and requirements. good luck.
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