Trademark Timeout
Part of being a creative is your uncanny ability to name things.
Once you’ve crafted that catchy, unforgettable name, your next question should automatically be:
1) Is anyone else using this name?
Clearing your name/slogan through a proper trademark search is crucial. Why? It first ensures that your name is unique to your goods/services. More importantly, it ensures that you can keep using that name WITHOUT infringing on someone else’s trademark!
And we’re not just talking identical names, guys. You could be infringing on another trademark even if your name is a couple letters/words off of another registered trademark!
2) Once you’ve completed a comprehensive trademark search, it’s time to register that awesome name!
*Disclaimer* This post is strictly for general informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute legal advice.
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