Trademarks

Trademarks are a powerful tool used to protect a seller or manufacturer’s intellectual property rights. A trademark is a symbol, phrase or word that is used to identify a specific manufacturer or seller’s products, as well as distinguish those products from others of like-kind. The use of trademarks makes it easier for consumers to identify products and the makers of specific goods. Trademarks also help sellers and manufacturers gain brand-recognition with their consumers. So, what makes a trademark a “trademark”? The mark must be distinctive in that it must be able to identify the source of a good. Trademarks have been...

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