can the name "encyclopedia judaica" be trademarked?
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A trademark is a distinctive word, phrase, logo, graphic symbol, slogan or other device that is used to identify the source of a product and to distinguish a manufacturer’s or merchant’s products from others. In the trademark context, “distinctive” means unique enough to help customers recognize a particular product in the marketplace. A mark may either be inherently distinctive (the mark is unusual in and of itself, such as Milky Way candy bars) or may become distinctive over time because customers come to associate the mark with the product or service (for example, Beef & Brew restaurants).
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depending of country where this logo/trademark will be registered\n\nPatent and trademark information in the United States:\nhttp://www.uspto.gov/\n\nThe International Trademark Association (INTA)\nhttp://www.inta.org
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Even if you were using it that doesn't make it yours.... unless you copyrighted it.... I mean what if you were using the name Bob Smith 24 years ago.... Does that mean noone can have that name or use it in a book?
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I registered my name as a trademark:  LupyLu\n\nLocal court house...in the licensing department.  They have all the paperwork you'll need.  Your nearest library can help you copyright what you need as well.
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He has no leg to stand on.  You are in no way shape or form infringing upon his trademark by using it as an online account name.    It would be a whole different story if you were selling or advertising goods or services with that name, but you have nothing to worry about in this sense.  Tell him to hit the road and read up on trademark laws if he gives you any more trouble.
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To use a name legally (with or without a trademark), you must first conduct the comprehensive national search to be sure the legal rights (trademark rights or common law rights) do not belong to someone else.  If another company is using the domain name for their business without a trademark, they have established what is called common law rights.  To find out exactly what rights you or the other company have, the research needs to be done.  TradeMark Express can help you conduct this research and also prepare and file trademark applications for you.  Call us to ask any questions at no charge.  800-550-1520
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If the alleged infringer argues that the brand belongs to them, they would not assert fair use, they would argue that the brand belongs to them.\n\nIf the alleged infringer files a registration and is genuinely unaware that another is using the same mark, there is no way he can disclose that another is using the mark.  However, the alleged infringer has a duty to investigate whether another is using the mark.  If he did not, he would simply be denied use of the mark; he can appeal if he feels the denial is in error.\n\nRegardless, either user will need to show that the mark is distinctive enough to be registered; if there is a disagreement over the mark, the parties will have to fight it out (i.e. prove that it is a unique mark and prove who is entitled to use the mark).
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The names seem obvious, but I would not necessarily think of them Try:  www.hebrewsongs.com    www.jmwc.org    www.jewz.net
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You can use any name or title you like unless it is a trademarked name or unless you are deliberately trying to cash in on the name by fooling the public. You can't typically name your band The Rolling Stones, because that will cause confusion and deceit among people. You can't name your movie, The Matrix Part IV, because that will be considered cashing in on an established franchise. But as long as you aren't going to call yourself The Beatles, you should be okay.
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Copyright is free, and instant.  However, you cannot normally copyright a name or slogan (you may sometimes be able to copyright a slogan, but you would need a lawyer to tell you when you can and when you can not).\n\nWhat you need to do in these cases is usually to Trademark the item - almost always the name, and usually the slogan.  To do this, you can file on-line with the US Government at \n\nhttp://www.uspto.gov/teas/e-TEAS/ \n\nHowever, rules can be complicated, and you should verify before going through the process that the trademark is not already registered.  To be thorough, you could expend a lot of time, or you could submit through a trademark lawyer or service.  The lawyer will, however, cost you more.\n\nA trademark is in some ways more limited than a copyright, and in some ways more strict.  For example, a trademark will never die away automatically, but copyright will be removed from an item after some time has passed (usually over a hundred years).  \n\nBut if you have a copyright on something, then no one can use that without getting your permission (with limited exceptions written into the law).  However, trademarks are only good within a certain "class" of items.  Thus, you could call your new Tennis Racket the "Thunderbird" (TM), even though the Thunderbird car has been around for a long time, because cars and tennis rackets do not fall in the same class.\n\nUSPTO Filing fees for a trademark run from $275 to $325 per class of items, depending on the form used to file (one has stricter requirements, so you must do more work, but you save $50).
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If it's in your own words, it's ok. If you use the name and it's copyright, then you have a problem.
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To get a trademark, you first need to conduct a comprehensive national search to be sure the name, slogan or logo you wish to use is legally available for your use.  The USPTO site is a good PRELIMINARY search, but it does not show you any of the 50 State trademarks, nor the National Common Law registry (people without trademarks have first use rights to a name where they make a sale first, this is called Common Law rights).  You need to be aware of anyone with rights to the name as they can take legal action against you for infringing on their rights. Once your research is complete, you (or the company you hire to conduct the research) can then prepare and file a trademark application.  We can help you do all of this step by step at TradeMark Express!  You can call and ask any questions you may have at no charge (800-550-1520).
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yes it was trademarked but it expired when MC Hammer went bankrupt.
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trademark for TM and I think R is registered, but i am not positive.
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Trademarks can be names of products or services, logos, slogans, packaging and even sounds and smells. In essence, a trademark can be almost anything that is used to identify a particular product or service. Registering a trademark grants the owner exclusive rights to the mark within the specified industry. \n\nOf course, it's necessary to research the mark comprehensively prior to filing to ensure that there is no possibility of infringing upon another party. \n\nIf you are only conducting business in one state, then a State trademark is most appropriate. If you conduct (OR are planning to conduct) business in at least 2 states OR between the US & any other country, you can file for a Federal trademark.\n\nHope that helps! I wish you much success & happiness in all your ventures!
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US Patent office for trademarks\n\nwww.uspto.gov/main/trademarks.htm
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Yes, but you can dispute it through ICAAN\n\nYou can also use some variant names for yourself, and one for the other guy (such as www.mycompetitorsucks.com)