It is legal and effective IF the trading name is "an abbreviation by which the name can be recognized, or a generally known alternative designation...

Trademark Consent Agreeements

The very best way is to hire a respected trademark attorney and let that attorney call and collegially discuss this with the attorney for the...

If I understand your question correctly, the answer is yes. Example: MICROSOFT SOFTWARE. could be registered despite the prior registration...

TRADEMARK QUESTION INVOLVING PRODUCT VITAMIN FIZZ..

A quick check of TESS and TDR shows that the Examining Attorney in the second application established as a psuedo mark VITAMIN FIZZ, so the...

How to cite evidence in answering a trademark opposition?

The fact that you ask this question shows you currently have a fool for a client and need to remedy that situation. Take the other answers to...

Best time to act with a trademark dispute?

Best time to act with a trademark dispute? Generally right after you consult a trademark attorney, and have the attorney act, not you. What...

Once you got a 'patended business/idea' have a contract how do you negotiate?

You basically ask "How do I make a zillion dollars from a big company, not get "scammed" and get a non disclosure and a % of profits." Go to...

What are my chances if I motion for a summary judgement with a trademark opposition case?

This question sounds like you are trying to defend an Opposition proceeding by yourself, pro se. BIG MISTAKE. If you do you have a fool for a...

YES. You can get sued. What you may have to disclaim another may not. What is disclaimed for purposes of one trademark application can be...

To copyright register flash files, do I need to send the source code?

NO, NO, NO - The first thing you need to do is see an intellectual property attorney. Start with a FREE initial consult. Repeat, FREE. If you...