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Trademark lawyers are often asked: “What’s the difference between a trademark and a service mark?” In general, a trademark refers to a brand name used in connection with goods, while a service mark is one that is used in...more
Trademarks — which can include words, phrases, symbols, designs, or a combination of these things — play a crucial role in establishing and protecting a brand’s identity: they help ensure that consumers can reliably identify...more
In the realm of professional associations, establishing a strong and recognizable brand is crucial. Trademarks and service marks are essential tools that not only protect your association's brand but also enhance its...more
A trademark can be any word, name, symbol, or device (such as a logo, picture, slogan, color, shape, sound, etc.), including combinations of these elements. The key function of a trademark is to identify and distinguish the...more
So you want to register a domain name for your company’s registered trademark only to find out, it’s already been claimed by someone other than you. Even worse, someone has incorporated your trademark into his domain name and...more
The March 2017 issue of Sterne Kessler's MarkIt to Market® discusses using building signage to support service mark registration, navigating the lifecycle of an eponymous brand, and lists the new gTLD Sunrise periods. ...more
On February 28, 2015, the Southern District of New York denied a motion to exclude the testimony and survey of an expert witness regarding whether a trademark was descriptive or suggestive. In Rise-N-Shine, LLC v. Robin...more
A trademark (one word) is the identity you give your products. A service mark (two words—don’t know why, just the way it is) is the identity you give your services. Originally Published on I-Sight.com - October 15,...more