Can I be Charged with Trademark Infringement

In general, one can acquire a "common law" (unregistered) trademark right if one uses a term in connection with promoting a service. (The mark is...

Is patent protest same as patent interference ?

In addition to the information others have provided, there is a way under the patent rules to protest either an application that has been published...

As others have stated, it may be wise to obtain a freedom-to-operate opinion from a qualified patent attorney. The patent attorney can help...

Will the Patent Attorney preform the search?

1. Patent Search A powerful way to conduct a patent search is by using the United States Patent and Trademark Office's Examiner Automated Search...

Am I infringing on a patent design law?

I assume from what you have written that they did not mention a patent number which you can look up. In this instance, you may want to retain...

I've filed my application and it's been refused due to likely hood of confusion can i add to a word to my original trademark?

As others have stated, the United States Patent and Trademark Office ("USPTO") does not permit material alterations of applied-for marks. This...

Any original design you create is automatically copyrighted under the federal copyright laws. However, in order to enforce the copyrights in...

As others have stated, there is no limit, but you do need to look at the claims to determine who was involved in conceiving the idea (not merely...

Do I need a copyright or a trademark to protect my website name?

In addition to the suggestions for a trademark clearance search and to file with the United States Patent and Trademark Office, you may want to...

You can either apply for copyright registration yourself with the US Copyright Office or have an attorney assist you with this. At the present...