Trademark FAQs - related questions & answers

Question: What is a trademark?

Answer:
A trademark includes any word, name, symbol, or device, or any combination, used, or intended to be used, in commerce to identify and distinguish the goods of one manufacturer or seller from goods manufactured.

Question: Does registering a trademark or service mark give exclusive rights to the mark?

Answer:
Registration in and of itself does not guarantee exclusive ownership of a mark. You would need to consult private legal counsel for an answer specific to your circumstance.

Question: Why should a start-up company care about trademarks

Answer:
Although their first product launch may be years away, new companies need to pay attention to trademark protection. Trademark rights in a company or product name should be locked up as soon as possible.
 

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