If it is your own or you have a license, yes. For example, something originally conceived as a decorative element may become part of a logo.
If it is registered as a trademark or "logo," it will be protected. If you register it in a state, the protection will extend only to its use in that state. You have to register it with the federal patent and trademark office to protect it nationally and in some countries.
If the song is to be registered as a trademark you will need to contact the US Patent & Trademark office. For copyright protection, the US Copyright Office (see related links below).
You can enforce of trademark the name of the catalog (unless it is generic or descriptive) and register the copyright as a publication, possibly as a serial. Mention in the catalog that it is copyrighted and the name is a trademark, and that unauthorized copying or distribution is not allowed.
There are hundreds of towns worldwide that have registered their names for such things as local festivals and other attractions.
To register a trademark in Ghana, you must first conduct a search at the Registrar General's Department to ensure your desired trademark is not already registered. After that, you need to complete the application form and submit it along with the necessary documents, including a representation of the trademark and the required fees. The application will then be examined for compliance with trademark laws. If approved, it will be published in the Industrial Property Journal, allowing for any objections before the trademark is officially registered.
No, your book is copyrighted whether or not it is registered and whether or not you intend to enforce the copyright during your lifetime.
Generally, you must register a trademark in any country where you plan to enforce it. There is also a European Community Mark that covers most of Europe, and also a Madrid Protocol that streamlines registration in a number of countries. A trademark does not have to be registered at all to be protected in the US, but it is much easier to enforce a registration.
Any name a company uses for some of its products is a trademark - by the mere fact of using it.You can also get a registered trademark, for more protection. In this case, you have to register your trademark (the name you use, or want to use) with some relevant institution. The details, of course, vary from one country to another.
A registered trademark search is conducted to check if a trademark is already in use or registered by another entity. The main purposes of doing a trademark search include: Avoiding Legal Issues – Ensures your proposed trademark does not infringe on an existing one, preventing potential legal disputes. Ensuring Uniqueness – Helps businesses create a distinctive brand identity by choosing a trademark that is not already in use. Saving Time & Costs – Prevents rebranding costs by identifying potential conflicts before filing a trademark application. Facilitating Trademark Registration – Increases the chances of successful trademark registration by ensuring compliance with legal requirements. Conducting a trademark search before applying for registration helps protect your brand and business in the long run. More Info: corpbiz.io/trademark-search
The past tense of register is registered.
If I own a trademark and YOU use it, then our relationship is contractual and the terms will dictate when it may be terminated, if ever. Also, if I own a trademark then you have no right to register it unless you can prove you have an exclusive license from me to use it. However, if I licensed you to use MY trademark without reserving any rights to monitor the quality, then I may have forfeited any right to the trademark.
Registering a trademark provides legal protection against unauthorized use, helping to safeguard your brand identity. It grants exclusive rights to the use of the trademark, preventing others from using a similar mark that could confuse. A registered trademark enhances brand credibility and can increase the value of your business. It also allows for legal recourse in case of infringement. Additionally, it provides a basis for trademark protection internationally.