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A trademark or trade mark (represented by the symbol ™)[1] or mark is a distinctive sign or indicator of some kind which is used by an individual, business organization or other legal entity to identify uniquely the source of its products and/or services to consumers, and to distinguish its products or services from those of other entities. A trademark is a type of intellectual property, and typically a name, word, phrase, logo, symbol, design, image, or a combination of these elements.[2] There is also a range of non-conventional trademarks comprising marks which do not fall into these standard categories.
The owner of a registered trademark may commence legal proceedings for trademark infringement to prevent unauthorized use of that trademark. However, registration is not required. The owner of a common law trademark may also file suit, but an unregistered mark may be protectable only within the geographical area within which it has been used or in geographical areas into which it may be reasonably expected to expand.
The term trademark is also used informally to refer to any distinguishing attribute by which an individual is readily identified, such as the well known characteristics of celebrities. When a trademark is used in relation to services rather than products, it may sometimes be called a service mark, particularly in the United States
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To avoid confusion in the minds of the public as to which company is responsible for the goods or service that they are purchasing.
so other companys can't use there lines or names. that is any tradmarked lines or names
A trademark protects a good or service offered by a company from infringement or damage of reputation by another company. With a trademark, you have legal recourse to sue another company that uses your likeness to further their own business ventures. This includes both registered and unregistered trademarks. In short, a trademark is a word, phrase, symbol, design, or combination that helps consumers identify a particular product.
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Does anybody own the phrase hallelujah holla back?
There are no registered trademarks for that phrase; common-law trademark may exist.
What are the prairie dog trademarks?
Trademarks are not assigned to prairie dogs.
Copyrights and trademarks are examples of?
Copyrights, Trademarks and Patents are examples of Intellectual Property.
How many trademarks are there?
There are more than two million registered trademarks in the US alone.
Where can you go to perform a trademark search?
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office's website has lots of information on trademarks. It is the most reliable source of information on trademarks. Searches can be performed for trademarks for free.
What has the author Luella Tilton Hart written?
Luella Tilton Hart has written: 'Directory of German dolls trademarks, 1875-1960' -- subject(s): Dolls, Trademarks 'Directory of United States doll trademarks, 1888-1968' -- subject(s): Directories, Dolls, Patents, Trademarks
Is Trademarks are granted by Procurement?
No
Are trademarks granted by procurement?
No
How are trademarks created?
The creation of trademarks involves the development of symbols or other devices to identify products and services in the marketplace.
What has the author Arthur P Greeley written?
Arthur P. Greeley has written: 'Foreign patent and trademark laws' -- subject(s): Patent laws and legislation, Trademarks, Trademarks (International law) 'Registration of trademarks under the new Trademark Act of the United States' -- subject(s): Trademarks
What US Government department handles trademarks?
United States Department of Commerce is the US Government department that handles trademarks.
Does Bugle boy industries Inc exist?
Not anymore. In 2001, Schottenstein, a department store in the mid-west, acquired Bugle Boy's trademarks, inventory and accounts receivable, as well as rights to license the brand.
