Mon 4 Dec 2006
Jessica wrote: I am looking to start my own clothing line…
Posted by Dan under Patent QuestionsQ: I am looking to start my own clothing line. Do I need to patent the logo and brand name? How do I do that?
A: You cannot patent a logo or brand name. To protect a logo or band name you need a trademark. To file a trademark application you should contact a registered patent attorney or an attorney with experience in filing trademark applications.
This is just a general summary based on the limited facts your provided. It would be best if you discussed the issue with a registered patent attorney. Please be advised that I do not know the details of any particular situation you may have, and am just discussing the general state of the law.
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I am designing a magazine and designed my own logo. How do I patent this?
what you want to do is trademark your logo. You can find information at the uspto’s website http://www.uspto.gov/main/trademarks.htm
At YouInventIt.com, who is a strategic partner in this site, you can fill out a free trademark analysis at here http://www.youinventit.com/copyright-form1.php. They also have FAQs about trademarks. http://www.youinventit.com/trademark-faqs.php.