Alex Sandler
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A Distinct Category: How to Overcome a 2(e)(1) Refusal
Under Section §2(e)(1) of the Trademark Act, the USPTO may refuse to register a trademark that merely describes the goods or services. To overcome a §2(e)(1) refusal (i...
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A Matter of Principal: Clarifying Principal v. Supplemental Registers
The Federal Trademark Register consists of two separate registers: the Principal Register and the Supplemental Register. The Principal Register is the primary trademark r...
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In 2(d)eep: How to Effectively Respond to 2(d) Refusals
In order to qualify for registration, a trademark must be distinct. A mark that is distinct identifies and distinguishes the source of goods and/or services. Generally, a...
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