How to defend your trademark A trademark opposition is essentially a battle to block the registration of a trademark. If your trademark application had been…
When is the right time to oppose a trademark application? Before you can oppose a trademark application, the mark must first receive preliminary approval. A…
Are monetary sanctions available in TTAB trademark proceedings? No, monetary sanctions are not available in TTAB trademark oppositions and cancellations. TBMP Section 502.05 states: The…
What are TTAB Initial Disclosures in a trademark opposition or cancellation? Each party in a trademark opposition or cancellation must disclose certain information to the other…
Effective date New TTAB rules for trademark oppositions and cancellations take effect on Jan. 14, 2017. ESTTA Electronic Filing All submissions must be filed through the…
What is a trademark Notice of Opposition filed with the TTAB? After a trademark application has been preliminarily approved by the USPTO examining attorney, the…
Trademark opposition vs. cancellation: What are the differences? Trademark oppositions and cancellations are adversarial proceedings before the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB) of the…