Yet another new – or old? – scam targeting trademark owners in the U.S. This one is from IPTR, or “International Patent and Trademark Register.” The offer is worthless. For just $2,356 they will register your trademark their database. I have never heard of their database,...
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Just six months ago, I posted an solicitation from GLOTRADE s.r.o. with a cost of $1,230. The offer was bogus then. Now the cost is $2,890! And still worthless! This “publication” has no real value to trademark owners. I have never met a trademark professional...
Read MoreThere are key sensitive issues to consider when protecting celebrity trademarks. This podcast reveals them.
Read MoreThe USPTO is seeking comments on its Draft 2018-2022 Strategic Plan. More details and the plan itself can be found here. Comments are due by Sept. 20, 2018. Our firm submitted the following comments today: Comments of Erik M Pelton & Associates, PLLC regarding DRAFT...
Read MoreA USPTO application for trademark registration generally takes 7 months at a minimum. There are a variety of hurdles and obstacles to get to the end of the process and thus the process can take much longer. (I once had a client’s take more than...
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