Listen "How to File a Trademark"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode of "Securing Your Brand," hosts Holly McFall and Melissa Jada from SecureMark Legal discuss trademarks, copyrights, and intellectual property protection. They emphasize the importance of conducting thorough research before filing a trademark to ensure the uniqueness and availability of the business name. They recommend consulting an intellectual property attorney for a comprehensive search to better understand the landscape. The episode provides valuable insights for individuals looking to safeguard their creative assets effectively.
Timestamps:
[00:02:31] The importance of trademark ownership.
[00:04:48] Trademarking Food Product Names.
[00:08:05] Trademark infringement case for food truck.
[00:13:03] Trademark classification complexities.
[00:15:26] Consequences of wrong category.
[00:19:01] Determining if a name is generic.
[00:22:39] How to contest legal research.
[00:24:27] Early trademark registration importance.
About The Show
Welcome to Securing Your Brand, the podcast where Holly McFall and Melissa Jeda from SecureMark Legal discuss trademarks, copyrights, and intellectual property. Hosted by Matt Sky, each episode unpacks the complexities of IP law, offering insights and guidance to help you protect your brand and creative works.
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Timestamps:
[00:02:31] The importance of trademark ownership.
[00:04:48] Trademarking Food Product Names.
[00:08:05] Trademark infringement case for food truck.
[00:13:03] Trademark classification complexities.
[00:15:26] Consequences of wrong category.
[00:19:01] Determining if a name is generic.
[00:22:39] How to contest legal research.
[00:24:27] Early trademark registration importance.
About The Show
Welcome to Securing Your Brand, the podcast where Holly McFall and Melissa Jeda from SecureMark Legal discuss trademarks, copyrights, and intellectual property. Hosted by Matt Sky, each episode unpacks the complexities of IP law, offering insights and guidance to help you protect your brand and creative works.
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