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Matthew H. Swyers

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I am competent to answer everything in regard to trademark selection, trademark research, registration, prosecution, enforcement, defense, litigation as well as domain name disputes.

Scott Sillcox

Canada
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I can answer most questions about getting a license from the NFL, MLB, NHL, NBA, NASCAR, NCAA, etc.

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2012-01-19 Permission to reprint:

Generally speaking we never have a problem with permissions.  However, prior to doing so if you could provide us with a little information on the topic / title of the newsletter and/or if you have a website

2011-12-13 Trademark Website Name:

You can use the "TM" designation to show you claim trademark rights in it.  The circle R is reserved for registered marks.    Whether or not it is merely descriptive is a function of (1) what you are using

2011-12-13 Trademark Website Name:

Good afternoon.  As an initial matter, you do not need to have a registered trademark to acquire and enforce your trademark rights.  Provided that you are using a trademark to identify your goods and services

2011-12-07 how to tell if trademark is current:

If you are speaking about a trademark registered with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and that is the registration number to check if the trademark is still "live" or registered simply go to http://tarr

2011-12-01 Using trademarked Logo:

The answer to your question may depend upon the jurisdiction (country) in which your business exists and the particular trademark laws of that country.    In the United States what you describe would probably

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