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A Trademark is a legally registered distinctive mark or sign which identifies goods, products or services that originate or are associated with a particular person or enterprise . A typical example of a trademark... more +
A Trademark is a legally registered distinctive mark or sign which identifies goods, products or services that originate or are associated with a particular person or enterprise . A typical example of a trademark would be a company's logo such as the Nike "Check" or McDonald's "Golden Arches."  less -
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The Trademark Modernization Act: A Primer For Brand Owners

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On December 18, 2021, the final rule implementing the Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 (TMA) went into effect, resulting in one of the most significant amendments to the rules of practice in trademark cases in decades...more

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Securing Your Trademark in the U.S: Best Practices for Foreign Brand Owners

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When establishing a business in the U.S., intellectual property issues are a critical part of your business planning. Developing a comprehensive strategy is key in securing your intellectual property and protecting your...more

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U.S. Parties Seeking to Register Their Marks in Canada Currently Face Increased Delays and Added Potential Bars to Registration

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O Canada. Ohhh, Canada! – Delays and Restrictions on Trademark Registrations - With the assistance of local Canadian counsel, we frequently assist U.S. parties that use their marks in Canada to pursue registrations for their...more

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MarkIt to Market® - July 2020: Made in the USA: The Federal Trade Commission Proposes a New Rule to Protect U.S. Manufacturers and...

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On June 22, 2020, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking pertaining to “Made in USA” claims, which applies to labels and marketing that fraudulently asserts that products are made in the...more

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COVID-19 Update: CIPO, Federal Courts, Health Canada

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This article was last updated on July 10, 2020. In view of COVID-19, we have compiled a list of important updates as it relates to the pandemic and its impact on Life Sciences. We will continue to update this page as new...more

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CIPO introduces new telephone amendments to increase efficiency of trademarks prosecution in Canada

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On May 20th, 2020, in an attempt to improve the timeliness and efficiency of its services, the Canadian Intellectual Property Office formally allowed trademark examiners to enter amendments to trademark applications in...more

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COVID-19 Update: CIPO, Federal Courts, Health Canada

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In view of COVID-19, as of March 31, 2020: Patent, trademark and industrial design deadlines that fall due between March 16 - April 30 are extended until May 1 (see here and FAQs regarding the initial extension)....more

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Global Developments and Considerations for Registering Cannabis and Cannabis-Related Trademarks

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This article discusses the global developments for the registration of cannabis and cannabis-related trademarks in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and the European Union....more

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USPTO Issues Guidelines Regarding February 15, 2020, Trademark Rule Changes

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Beginning on February 15, 2020, with very few exceptions, submissions before the US trademark office will be required to be filed digitally. Also included in the rule changes and among the most significant change,...more

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News Highlights: IP&IT Novelties In Russia Of 2019

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THE GEOGRAPHICAL INDICATIONS AS THE NEW INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY ITEM - According to the Federal Law “On the Introduction of Amendments to Part Four of the Civil code of the Russian Federation” that shall come into force on...more

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What the amendments to the USMCA mean for Canadian IP law

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On December 10, 2019, Canada, the United States and Mexico signed the Protocol of Amendment to the Agreement between the United States of America, the United Mexican States and Canada (commonly referred to as the USMCA). The...more

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USPTO Updates Rules Regarding Proof of Use of Trademarks

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Synopsis: Beginning December 21, 2019, trademark owners will face increased proof of use/trademark specimen requirements with respect to trademark applications before the US Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”)....more

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Rule Change Requires U.S. Counsel For Foreign-Domiciled Trademark Applicants

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The United States Patent and Trademark Office (the “USPTO”) explains that- “A trademark is a brand name. A trademark or service mark includes any word, name, symbol, device, or any combination, used or intended to be used...more

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USPTO Requires U.S. Licensed Attorney for Foreign Trademark Applicants and Registrants

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Earlier in July 2019, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) issued a final rule amending the Rules of Practice in Trademark Cases, the Rules of Practice in Filings Pursuant to the Protocol Relating to the...more

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It’s the final countdown: Top 10 changes to Canada’s trademark law on June 17th

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After five years of anticipation, sweeping changes to Canada’s trademark law will finally come into force on June 17, 2019. The changes, which are substantial, have been canvassed in previous IP Updates. The following briefly...more

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What’s in a name? Canada may have just made it more difficult to register name and surname marks

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The Canadian Intellectual Property Office has recently revised its Practice Notice regarding name and surname objections....more

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New Trademark Laws – Canada | Part I

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June 17, 2019 is the big day – a day anticipated since 2014. The major changes to the Canadian Trademarks Act will be implemented on this day. What does this mean for trademark owners?...more

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MarkIt to Market - October 2018: 13 Can Prove Lucky for Applicants

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When examining trademark applications, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) considers whether the applied-for mark is confusingly similar to any registered or prior-filed marks by applying the following...more

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Japan Legal Update - Volume 24 | April 2017

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Labor - Japan's Action Plan for the Realization of Work Style Reform - Prime Minister Shinzo Abe recently held 10 meetings of the "Council for the Realization of Work Style Reform," to discuss reforms to Japan's...more

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