Trademarks

The answers to basic questions about trademarks.

A guide to trademarks that lets you understand what a trademark is and the proper use of the symbol. Learn about brand names. How a name can become generic. What the different type of marks are.

Why should I register a trademark and how do I register a trademark? Learn about common law rights, producing drawings and specimens, application forms and registration fees.

One purpose of a trademark search is to determine if someone has already trademarked your intended mark. Lean where to search online, use a library, search for graphics, conflicting marks, and doing a common law search.

Trademarks in nutshell - definition, registration, and use of symbol.

Trademarks are everywhere! This basic primer on trademarks for students teaches about the presence of trademarks in everyday life.