Trademark FAQs - related questions & answers

Question: How do I find out whether a logo is already registered?

Answer:
In order to determine whether any person or company is using a particular trademark, a trademark search can be conducted. Over 70 Patent and Trademark Depository Libraries located throughout the country.

Question: Do I have to register my trademark?

Answer:
No, but federal registration has several advantages, including notice to the public of the registrant's claim of ownership of the mark, a legal presumption of ownership nationwide, and the exclusive right to use.

Question: What is field of use restriction?

Answer:
A provision in an intellectual property license restricting the licensee to use of the licensed property only in a defined product or service market.
 

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