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The Madrid Protocol: Streamlining International Trademark Registration

IP and Legal Filings

INTRODUCTION Earlier, businesses seek operations that go beyond borders in an increasingly globalized economy. New opportunities seemingly point to greater growth, but with it comes diffiernt challenges: how to protect such intellectual properties, especially trademarks. Operational Mechanism of the Madrid Protocol 1.

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Common Mistakes to Avoid When Registering a Trademark

IP and Legal Filings

Introduction Registration of a trademark is an important step toward building a brand on solid ground. Lack of distinctiveness to incorrect classification are among the common errors that can bring derailment upon your trademark registration. A vague, suggestive, or fanciful trademark may lend your name to the register.

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EMP&A comments on USPTO’s transition to issue electronic trademark registration certificates

Erik K Pelton

The USPTO recently announced, via notice in the Federal Register , that it intends to issue electronic trademark registration certificates, and only will print physical certificates upon request and with a small fee ($25 per copy). EMP&A is a boutique trademark law firm located in Falls Church, Virginia. Introduction.

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Bridging Borders: How Customs Laws Shape Trademark Protection in India

IP and Legal Filings

Introduction Customs law and trademark law operate at a crucial interface when it comes to protecting intellectual property rights (IPRs) and against counterfeiting. The Trademarks Act, 1999, gives trademark protection to the identity of brands.

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EMP&A comments on Trade Regulation Rule on Impersonation of Government and Businesses

Erik K Pelton

The Commission is soliciting written comment, data, and arguments concerning the need for such a rulemaking to prevent persons, entities, and organizations from impersonating government agencies or staff and businesses or their agents.” trademarks for clients who are overwhelmingly small businesses. Comments of Erik M.

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Registration of Motion Mark as Trademark in India

Kashishipr

With the increase in globalization and cross-border trade, intriguing types of trademarks are trending and have become a crucial tool to signify a company’s identity. A motion trademark refers to a moving logo used by a company as a creative and innovative marketing approach to attract customers to their business offerings.

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Trademark Fee Proposal Comments by EMP&A Focus on Impact on Small Businesses and USPTO IT Expenditures

Erik K Pelton

Last week, Erik provided comments to the USPTO’s Trademark Public Advisory Committee regarding proposed changes (increases) to many trademark fees. I also am the supervisor of the Trademark Clinic at Howard University School of Law and an adjunct trademark law professor at Georgetown University.

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