Trademark FAQs - related questions & answers

Question: If I do not have examples of my mark as of yet, may I still submit my application?

Answer:
No. The mark must be in use before a trademark or service mark application can be submitted. Two working examples of the mark must be submitted with the application.

Question: What is popose of the trademark law treaty?

Answer:
The TLT was enacted to simplify procedures in the application and registration process and to harmonize trademark procedures in different countries.

Question: What is the difference between a Trade Name and a Trademark?

Answer:
Trade Name means a word or name, or any combination of a word or name, used by a person to identify the person's business which: - is not, or does not include, the true and real name of all persons conducting the business; - is something other than the legal name filed with the Secretary of State's Office; - shall not include Inc, LLC, Corp., Co, LTD or similar legal endings; - may includes words which suggest additional parties of interest such as "company," "and sons," or "and associates." The use of a Trade Name is not exclusive. For more information on Trade Names, please check with the Department of Licensing.
 

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