Trademark FAQs - related questions & answers

Question: How do I find out whether a mark is already registered?

Answer:
You may conduct a search free of charge on the USPTO website using the Trademark Electronic Search System (TESS).

Question: How long does a trademark last?

Answer:
Rights in a federally-registered trademark can last indefinitely if the owner continues to use the mark on or in connection with the goods and/or services in the registration and files all necessary documentation.

Question: Does the U.S.Patent & Trademark Office have free searchable online patent databases?

Answer:
Yes, the US Patent & Trademark Office site has full-text and image databases of patents issued since 1790 and patent applications. TIFF software is needed to view the patent images.
 

Bookmark:           
Permalink:  http://S-0.ORG/t1wtZ54