Posts filed under: Trade Names
SELLING THE FARM? THERE IS MORE THAN JUST THE COWS TO CONSIDER!
Intellectual Property Pitfalls in an Asset Sale / Purchase Transaction As professionals working in intellectual property law, we are oftentimes asked by clients to assist them with transferring intellectual property purchased via an asset purchase agreement that has already been finalized and signed. In many circumstances the form of agreement,… more »
About Vanessa Carle
Vanessa is a registered Canadian trademark agent who is also authorized to prosecute trademark applications in the United States. She holds both a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Education and is a member of the Intellectual Property Institute of Canada and the BC Paralegal Association. Vanessa takes advantage of the great Okanagan weather to participate in a variety of outdoor activities, including running, biking, swimming, spending time with her family and competing in triathlons. more »
HOW A LITTLE P.R.O.D. CAN HELP YOUR TRADEMARK AGENT
When you first meet with a trademark agent, you will be asked specific questions about your trademark. How you respond to these questions will determine how accurate your trademark application is and, in turn, how susceptible it will be to an opposition in the future. In order to ensure that… more »
About Vanessa Carle
Vanessa is a registered Canadian trademark agent who is also authorized to prosecute trademark applications in the United States. She holds both a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Education and is a member of the Intellectual Property Institute of Canada and the BC Paralegal Association. Vanessa takes advantage of the great Okanagan weather to participate in a variety of outdoor activities, including running, biking, swimming, spending time with her family and competing in triathlons. more »
Do I Have a Trademark or a Trade Name? – What’s The Difference?
Many people confuse trade names and trademarks and think they acquire trademark rights by virtue of having a trade name. It should be noted that the only way to acquire exclusive rights to your trademark is through registering it with the Canadian Intellectual Property Office. A trade name is basically… more »
About Vanessa DeDominicis
Businesses of all kinds, from solo entrepreneurs to major corporations, call on Vanessa to provide a full spectrum of advice on intellectual property, technology, and distributorship. She frequently completes and files trade-mark applications as a Registered Canadian and U.S. Trade-mark Agent. more »