Trademark Clearinghouse: ICANN as Big Brother?
With over 620 (and counting) gTLD’s approved for launch by ICANN you need to know this. If you own a brand that matters, it’s time to register with the Trademark Clearinghouse . . .
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How to Hire a Trademark Attorney Part 2
How does one hire a real expert lawyer for brand protection? The wrong choice can be costly. . .
How to Hire a Trademark Attorney Part 1
For most people, finding and hiring the right attorney can be daunting. When it comes to identifying a trusted trademark lawyer to guide your brand in the global marketplace, the task can be even more daunting, and the wrong choice can be costly. In Part 1 of two parts, we explore the first five things you need to know.
Trademark Solicitations: Scammers R Us™
Are you a target? If you hold a trademark, the answer is yes. Trademark applicants and registrants are being targeted by scam solicitations seeking money for “watch” service
Beware: Watch the Watcher
While the advent of online public filing is a huge convenience to the public and legal practitioners alike, there are potential hazards. An entire industry has emerged, calculated to confuse the trademark applicant and extract fees for “watch services” which for many clients are either unnecessary or overly broad. Even worse, applicants who file without …
DIY TM: Cost vs Value
Several “do it yourself” or online consumer discount legal service sites advertise trademark filings for deeply discounted prices, plus the filing fees. However, when it comes to trademark filing services, the discount route may not…
