What is
a trademark? ↓
A trademark is a sign capable of distinguishing the goods or
services of one enterprise from those of other enterprises.
Trademarks are protected by intellectual property rights.
How can I protect my trademark? ↓
At the national/regional level, trademark protection can be obtained
through registration, by filing an application for registration with
the national/regional trademark office and paying the required fees.
At the international level, you have two options: either you can
file a trademark application with the trademark office of each
country in which you are seeking protection, or you can use WIPO’s
Madrid System.
What rights does trademark registration provide? ↓
In principle, a trademark registration will confer an exclusive
right to the use of the registered trademark. This implies that the
trademark can be exclusively used by its owner, or licensed to
another party for use in return for payment. Registration provides
legal certainty and reinforces the position of the right holder, for
example, in case of litigation.
How long does trademark protection last? ↓
The term of trademark registration can vary, but is usually ten
years. It can be renewed indefinitely on payment of additional fees.
Trademark rights are private rights and protection is enforced
through court orders.
What kinds of trademark can be registered? ↓
A word or a combination of words, letters, and numerals can
perfectly constitute a trademark. But trademarks may also consist of
drawings, symbols, three-dimensional features such as the shape and
packaging of goods, non-visible signs such as sounds or fragrances,
or color shades used as distinguishing features – the possibilities
are almost limitless.
For trademark registration of your product / firm
download Trademark Registration form and
send back to following address
IPSMART.IN
(Intellectual Property Services Mart)
1st Floor, M.J. Complex
Thrissur-12, Kerala, India |