A trade mark is an excellent way of obtaining protection for your brand. A trade mark gives you the exclusive rights to its use, including preventing others from using your trade mark without your consent. If you have a business, chances are you already have a trade mark. This may include your business logo or […]
A key step in the trade mark registration process is selecting your trade mark classes. One of these trade mark classes is trade mark class 40, which relates to services for the treatment of materials. To help you navigate the trade mark class process, this article will take you through what trade mark classes are […]
If you are seeking legal protection for your business’ products, a trade mark is an excellent option. A trade mark is one way to protect your brand and distinguish your product from other products in the market. This gives you both a competitive advantage and legal rights, providing peace of mind that others will not […]
If you have established a business and are looking to obtain trade mark protection, you may be wondering if you can trade mark your service. To help you better understand your trade mark options, this article will take you through whether you can trade mark a service. What Is a Trade Mark? A trade mark […]
A trade mark is a valuable asset for any business to have. In such a competitive market, the benefits of a trade mark cannot be overlooked. However, it can be very confusing to determine what constitutes a trade mark and whether it is worth registering your trade mark. This article will take you through some background […]
If you are a small business owner looking to add a new line of goods to your products, you may be considering selling already established goods. While this might seem like an easy way to draw in new customers and increase your sales, selling trade mark protected items without the consent of the trade mark […]
Your business’ brand is essential to its success. Trade marks are one way that you can help protect your brand, providing you with avenues to prevent others from infringing on your trade marks. In addition, trade marks serve as a valuable marketing tool, helping you distinguish your brand from all other brands, increasing the value […]
When trying to grow your business and establish your brand, it is important to consider your trade mark options. This may include trade marking your initials. Many famous brands are known by their initials. For example, BMW is far catchier than Bavarian Motor Works and Louis Vuitton’s famous LV monogram is a primary element of […]
Determining the goods and services for use in your trade mark application is perhaps one of the most critical steps. The trade mark classes you select will determine the scope of your trade mark protection. Failure to register your trade mark under too many or too few classes may have negative consequences. To help you […]
Your intellectual property (IP) is your business’ most important asset. It is the very core of your brand, making it essential to take the necessary steps to protect it. Obtaining a trade mark is one way to protect your IP. The trade mark application process consists of several steps, including nominating the most relevant trade mark […]