Register A Trademark Online

In order to protect as well as enhance a company's identity, a trademark is often registered. Trademarks can be used for company names, logos, slogans, or unique images that identify the company. In the event that a third party unlawfully uses a trademarked item, the trademark holder is protected by law and may be able to pursue legal action to stop the unlawful use. A trademark holder may also be able to gain monetary damages in the event of a trademark violation. Many people choose to register a trademark online in order to protect their intellectual property. Online services are available to help with the trademark application process; generally companies charge fees to help register a trademark online, in addition to the filing fee. A trademark search is also often used before attempting to register a trademark online. A trademark search is used to check the availability of a trademark. If an item has already been trademarked, a trademark search will uncover this.

Fast Facts

  • The April 2001 sex.com federal case awarded $65 million in damages to the plaintiff, after the defendant submitted a fraudulent domain transfer request in an attempt to steal the domain name.
  • In 2006, the US Patent and Trademark Office issued 147,118 certificates of registration for trademarks.

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