Trademark FAQs - related questions & answers

Question: Can the Office refuse to register a mark?

Answer:
Yes. The Office will refuse to register matter if it does not function as a trademark. Not all words, names, symbols or devices function as trademarks.

Question: How do I avoid expensive conflicts over trademarks on the Internet?

Answer:
Before a domain registration, be sure to do a Trademark Search, especially if it concerns fantasy names or a composite name derived from fantasy names.

Question: How long is a trademark or service mark registration active?

Answer:
The registration is active for ten years. At the end of ten years, the mark may be renewed for another ten years. The mark may be renewed every ten years as long as the mark is in continual use.
 

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