What is a trademark?

• What is a trademark?

• Must a trademark be registered to become exclusive?

• What are the advantages of registering a trademark?

• How should a trademark or service mark name be selected?

• Can the same trademark be registered in connection with different products?

• What information is needed to register a trademark?

• How is use of a trademark or service mark in commerce established?

• How is an “intent to use” trademark application processed?

• Does a U.S. Trademark registration prevent foreign competitors from using the mark?

• How long does a trademark registration last?

• Can the validity of a registered trademark be challenged?

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A trademark is a name, phrase or slogan associated with specific goods or services that are offered in the marketplace. The two principle types of marks that can be registered are:

• Trademarks - used by their owners to identify goods, that is, physical commodities, which may be natural, manufactured, or produced, and which are sold or otherwise transported or distributed via interstate commerce.
• Service marks - used by their owners to identify services, that is, intangible activities, which are performed by one person for the benefit of a person or persons other than himself, either for pay or otherwise.