A trademark can be one of the most valuable assets of a business. If you have infringed on a third party’s trademark rights, it can have a significantly negative impact on your business. It is important to understand what constitutes trademark infringement to know how to avoid it and take proactive steps to prevent it. What is Considered Trademark Infringement? …
How to File a UDRP Complaint
Who Can File a UDRP Complaint? A Uniform Domain Name Dispute Resolution Policy (UDRP) complaint may be filed by a trademark owner who is involved in a domain name dispute. A domain name dispute may occur when there has been third-party use of a trademark within a domain name that is identical or confusingly similar to a trademark owner’s mark …
The Scope of Trademark Protection for Word Marks vs. Logos
It is a common misconception that applying for trademark protection for a logo (referred to as a stylized mark) also provides full protection for any text contained in the logo. While there is some protection for the text contained in a logo, there are some limitations. An application for a stylized trademark provides protection for the design elements as well …
