In this episode Jason Keith explains the requirements of maintaining a trademark registration with the USPTO - as well as an optional filing that strengthens the protection of your mark, and a scam warning.
LINKS:
Episode's blog post: https://www.keith.law/trademark/how-to-maintain-your-registered-trademark/
Podcast Website: https://www.keith.law/category/podcast/
Firm Website: https://www.keith.law/
Calendly page to schedule a call: https://calendly.com/keithlawpllc/20minute
LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-keith-0736a931/
USTPTO's scam warning site:
https://www.uspto.gov/trademarks/protect/caution-misleading-notices
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 — Topic
00:10 — Intro
00:34 — Your USPTO trademark registration must be maintained
00:54 — Continued use in commerce
01:06 — Certain documents must be filed at certain time intervals
01:19 — The time intervals for filing the required documents
01:40 — Declaration of use and/or excusable non-use
03:15 — Application for renewal and another declaration of use
03:38 — Do that again every subsequent 10 years
03:55 — Grace period
04:11 — Consequence for failing to file timely
04:20 — Optional - declaration of incontestability
04:54 — The value of registering a trademark, and the added value of incontestability
05:50 — The exclusive infringement defenses as to the trademark's validity post-incontestability
07:47 — Scam warning!
08:40 — Best wishes and outro
Disclaimer: This audio and related video and blog post are for informational purposes only and should not be misinterpreted as legal or other professional advice. If you have a legal question, you should consult with an attorney in your jurisdiction. Thank you for tuning in to Keith Law, PLLC.
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