Is it possible to trademark an Instagram or Facebook account? The short answer is, yes, you can. Like any other name or logo, Instagram and Facebook accounts accrue good will and reputation that businesses wish to protect. And they can be legally protected by a...
What Causes A Trademark To Be Rejected? A registered trademark will give you a legal monopoly over the word or logo that you have registered. This is a powerful right, and the government will not grant it without first examining it on several grounds. Let’s first...
Do I Need a Registered Trademark? Having an officially registered trademark for your business is not actually a legal requirement. As long as you are otherwise obeying the legal obligations of running your business, such as having the correct licences, paying...
Some people ask before applying for a trademark whether they need a trademark attorney to assist in protecting their brand. For the relatively small costs involved, we certainly recommend you use a legal expert to handle your trademark registration. And here’s our 5...
There is often confusion about the differences between trademarks, patents and copyright. This is no surprise as the law in this area is quite complex and very conceptual. This post provides a brief overview of the differences. But firstly, let’s start with the...
A registered trademark in Australia will provide you with protection for your brand, name or logo. To help you on your way to protecting your business, this article describes how to get a trademark in Australia. A properly registered trade mark will help distinguish...
