FAQ
What is a trademark?
A trademark is a word, symbol or design, or a combination of all three
used to distinguish the products or services of a person or entity from
those in the market place.
How are trademark rights acquired?
Trademark rights are generally acquired through the use of a mark or by filing an application
to register a mark.
Do I need to conduct a trademark search before using my mark?
Yes; although there is no law specifying that a trademark search must be conducted, screening can help
you narrow a list of potential trademarks while comprehensive research provides the
information needed to determine the availablity of a trademark or tradename. Important to note, the comprehensive trademark search is
a extremly ecconomical trademark search tool that will eliminate costly conflicts that are known to occur.
What is a service mark?
It is a trademark that identifies and distinguishes the services of a
person or an entity from those in the marketplace.
What does the ® symbol mean?
It signifies that a trademark is registered with the relevant
Trademark Office.
What does the ™ symbol mean?
It signifies that a mark is intended to be a trademark but has not yet
been registered with the relevant Trademark Office.
What does copyright (©) protect?
Copyright, a form of intellectual property law, protects original works of authorship
including literary, dramatic, musical, and artistic works such as poetry, novels,
movies, songs, computer software and architecture. Copyright does not protect facts,
ideas, systems, or methods of operation, although it may protect the way these things
are expressed.
What is a trade name?
1. A name used to identify a commercial product or service, which may or may not be registered as a
trademark. Also called brand name.
2. The name by which a commodity, service, or process is known to the trade.
3. The name under which a business firm operates.
What is TradeName.com?
TradeName.com is an e-commerce intellectual property service. We provide
worldwide trademark related services that include various types of trademark searches, trademark registrations,
assignments and end-to-end management of trademarks (protection and monitoring).
Why conduct a preliminary search?
Before creating packaging for a product or embarking on an advertising
campaign, a search will help determine whether the word, symbol or
design submitted has a chance of success or whether it would be a waste
of time to proceed any further. It may also help you avoid infringing
on other people's trademarks.
Why register a trademark?
While federal registration of a trademark is not mandatory, once
registered, it entitles the owner to the exclusive use of the mark
across the country and represents strong evidence of ownership. Also, it
maybe used as a tradename.
Why should one use your company for my search requirements?
TradeName.com is managed by a team of professionals, including attorneys and registered trademark
agents. Through our worldwide network of trademark attorneys, agent and other legal professionals, we
provide both an efficient delivery of services and a centralized system to meet
your needs and demands around the clock. Our 24 hour online service is fast and, most
importantly, reasonably priced.
What is a trademark assignment?
It is the transfer of ownership of a trademark from a person or entity
to another.
How does one register a trademark?
Find out here.
How does one assign a trademark?
Find out here.
What is TradeName.com's telephone number?
1-888-226-6603 and our fax is 613-230-7043.
What is TradeName.com's email address?
info@tradename.com
What is TradeName.com's brand monitoring (BrandSheriff™) service
?
Find out here.
