Episode 138: How Can You Avoid Losing Your Trademark Rights?Following a client question, Erik shares four tips to ensure that registrants avoid the risks of losing their trademark rights. Read More |
Former USPTO examiner Erik Pelton shares tips and experiences drawn from two decades of counseling brands for maximum protection and growth.
Episode 137: Special Spooky Halloween EpisodeEpisode 137: Did you know that sometime candy shapes or costumes can be registered trademarks? Erik shares details in this fun and spooky episode about hallowed trademarks. Read More |
Episode 136: When is the Right Time to Register a Trademark?When it comes to applying to register a trademark and protect a brand, sooner is almost always better than later – and applications can be filed at USPTO even prior to use a name commercially. In this episode, Erik provides more info about the timing of trademark applications. Read More |
Do Restaurants Need Trademark Protection?Did you know that restaurants are actually a prime candidate for trademark protection? Erik discusses why small businesses including restaurants can benefit tremendously by applying for trademark registration. Read More |
Can You Change a Trademark?Brands may evolve over time and sometimes brand names or logos change. Erik explains what is allowed and what is not when it comes to changing your trademarks. Read More |
Why You Should Check Trademark Renewal Deadline NowA coming increase in USPTO filing fees and constant scams are a couple of the reasons why trademark owners ought to check renewal dates. In this segment, Erik further explains the reasons why now is the time to check on renewals. Read More |
The Many Pieces of a UPSTO Trademark ApplicationSome may think that it is pretty straight forward to file a trademark application. You may want to think twice after listening to this episode. Read More |
All About Trademark SearchesThere are several different types of searches one can conduct before filing a trademark application. Erik reveals some of these key search terms and differences that brand owners should be aware of. Read More |
One of the Best Features of a Trademark Registration: It Never SleepsA trademark registration never sleeps as it works for the owner 24/7/365. Listen as Erik explains this extremely valuable benefit in more depth. Read More |
Questions to Ask Your Trademark LawyerThere are several critical questions you should ask your trademark lawyer before hiring their services. In this podcast Erik shares some of these important questions. Listen and avoid some of the key mistakes. Read More |