Trademarks: Unregistered vs. Registered
When putting time and effort into the development and continued success of your business, it is important that you take steps to protect your hard work. The trademarks of your business are what make it unique and distinctly yours. That is why it is so tragic when someone else uses your hard work for their gain without your permission. Luckily there are ways to protect your business against trademark infringement.
Having the support of an experienced legal professional can help you protect your intellectual property, trademarks, and any other unique business components. Contact the Austin business lawyers at Slater, Kennon & Jameson, LLP today at 512-472-2431 to learn more about your options from one of our experienced attorneys.
Trademark Protection Options
When protecting your trademarks you have the option of having registered or unregistered trademarks. They are distinguished in the following ways:
- Registered trademarks are registered with the United States Patent and Trademark Office
- Registered trademarks are marked with a ® symbol
- If a trademark has the ® symbol, then it cannot be copied by any other U.S. companies
- Unregistered trademarks are any intellectual properties that the company wants to protect but has not registered with the government.
- Unregistered trademarks are marked with a ™ symbol
- Both types of trademarks are protected under the law
Each of these options provides protection for business owners interested in defending the uniqueness and usage rights of their intellectual property.
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In business there are often legal choices that owners must make. Having the support of a legal professional can help you run your business with peace of mind. Contact the Austin business lawyers at Slater, Kennon & Jameson, LLP today at 512-472-2431 for more information.