Scam alert from NTPS! This looks essentially identical to past scams, but with a new “name” from NTPS or ntp-register.com and a new address at 306 Exchange Blvd, Ste 400-17, Bethlehem, GA 30620. The offer asks for $1,450. The address … Continue reading
Trademark scams continue to proliferate. This looks essentially identical to past scams, but with a new “name” from TMP and a new address at TMP Online Services, 31-07 31st Avenue, Unit 102, Astoria, NY 11106. The offer asks for $1280. … Continue reading
Unfortunately, I received a new scam in the mail this week. A few weeks after filing a new trademark application, the letter pictured below arrived. The postage and envelope were from Germany! The scam is for a bogus publication that … Continue reading
Recently a new scam targeting trademark filers features telephone calls purporting to be from USPTO examiners. This is yet another reason to work with an experienced attorney – the USPTO will never contact an applicant directly when they have counsel … Continue reading
I recently was made aware of yet another scam that is trying to take advantage of trademark filers. Watch this short video for more: According to the USPTO: Some customers have reported receiving calls from individuals falsely claiming to be … Continue reading
Trademark scams continue to proliferate. Listen for details about the latest details on scams using the USPTO’s seal and letterhead. For more about preventing or evaluating scams, visit www.isthisatrademarkscam.com
The USPTO recently submitted comments to the FTC regarding its proposed rulemaking, Rule on Impersonation of Government and Businesses. The USPTO comments, submitted on December 2, 2022, highlight the wide range of scams that are impacting the trademark system today, … Continue reading
The following is an edited transcript of my video The Trademark Scam Decision Tree Past listeners and viewers of my videos and podcasts will know that from time to time I provide an update and more information about trademark scams, … Continue reading
This trademark scammer has recently moved addresses to 2058 County Line Road #113, Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006. But the scam is the same — warning about trademark registration renewal deadlines with false information long before renewal can be filed. Sadly, … Continue reading
Even if there have been some measures to stop, punish, and prevent scammers preying on trademark filers at the USPTO over the last year, it is not enough. More must be done. I get multiple calls, emails, and comments on … Continue reading
