What is a use-based trademark application? A trademark application must always identify whether the mark has already been used on the goods or services. One common problem is that trademark filers think their mark has been used when, in fact, the opposite is true. The question of whether a trademark has actually been used can […]
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Substitute specimens: How to show trademark use when original specimens rejected
Why the need for substitute specimens of use? If you’ve encountered a rejection of your trademark specimens of use, then you know what I’m talking about. Substitute specimens. Why and when do they come into play? What exactly are substitute specimens? What are the timing requirements? Can you create new specimens in time? You have […]