Trademark Frequently Asked Questions

Commom trademark misconceptions

Can I file a trademark application myself?

Although you can file a trademark yourself its easy to make mistakes. More self-filed applications fail than succeed. Common mistakes lead to rejection by the examiner on absolute grounds, or by oppositions due to similarity. Some mistakes wont be apparent until you try to enfore your trademark rights.

Does owning a domain name give trademark rights? No

No, owning a domain name does not give you any trademark rights.

Does registering a company give rights to use the company name? No

No, registering a company does not give any trademark rights.

Does registering a trademark in one country or registry jurisdiction give rights elsewhere? No

No registering a trademark in one country or registry jurisdiction give rights in other places. Trademarks are territorial in nature, registration only secures rights according to the area covered by that registry.

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