Trademark FAQs - related questions & answers

Question: When is it proper to use the federal registration symbol?

Answer:
The federal registration symbol may be used once the mark is actually registered in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Even though an application is pending.

Question: What is a common law search?

Answer:
A common law search involves searching records other than the federal register and pending application records. It may involve checking phone directories, yellow pages, industrial directories and state trademark registers.

Question: How do I find out whether a logo is already registered?

Answer:
In order to determine whether any person or company is using a particular trademark, a trademark search can be conducted. Over 70 Patent and Trademark Depository Libraries located throughout the country.
 

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