S1 E15 TM vs Circle R And Important Trademark Use Tips with Wayne Carroll

S1 E15 TM vs Circle R ® And Important Trademark Use Tips Did you know that since the start of COVID Trademark filings have more than doubled? The wait time for a Federal Trademark Application has also more than doubled. Timing can be critical when launching a brand. Understanding the process and how to ensure you have exclusive rights to a trademark will help you make good business decisions. What you need to know Use ™ when you don’t have a federally registered trademark Use ™ while your federal TM application is pending (plan for more than 1 year) Use ® when you have your trademark certificate There are a lot of scams for Trademarks since there is public information What you need to do: Properly mark your trademark with the appropriate symbol Train your employees on the proper use of your trademark DON’T use your trademark as a noun! Adjective only (See Apple Case for Live Photo) Check with your attorney if you receive anything that looks like it is from the trademark office (it might be a scam). TAKE ACTION Don't risk losing your trademark rights contact us to schedule a free consultation about your trademark strategy. Our next episode covers trademark renewals, and trademark monitoring - necessary steps to avoid losing your trademark. BIO: Wayne Carroll is a highly experienced intellectual property lawyer with over 15 years of experience. He holds a Juris Doctor degree with a concentration in Intellectual Property Law from Suffolk University Law School, as well as an undergraduate degree in Electronic Engineering Technology from DeVry University. Wayne is the CEO and Attorney at Inspired Idea Solutions, LLC, a firm he founded in 2013, where he specializes in patent strategy, patent prosecution, trademark strategy and registration, and copyright litigation. In addition to his legal work, Wayne is an Eagle Scout and actively volunteers with the Boy Scouts of America. He is also a proud father of six children and enjoys playing pickleball. Wayne's extensive experience and expertise in intellectual property law make him a highly respected attorney and a valuable asset to clients seeking protection for their intellectual property rights. Wayne can be reached at 480-741-2440 or [email protected]. You can also connect with Wayne on LinkedIn. Schedule an appointment with Wayne Carroll for a strategy session on protecting and leveraging your intellectual property. TAGS: IP Strategy, Business Strategy, Patent Protection, Trademark Protection, Copyright Protection, Trade Secret Protection, Patent Claims, Security Review, Communication with Attorney, IP Goals, Wayne Carroll, Inspired Idea Solutions, Patent Strategy, Trademark Strategy, Copyright Strategy, Legal Expertise, Asset Protection, Strategy Session, Protecting Intellectual Property, Leveraging Intellectual Property