Previous refusal to register a trademark

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Previous refusal to register a trademark

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Registering a trademark is an important step for any business, as it provides legal protection and allows you to effectively protect your interests in the market. However, sometimes a situation may arise where your application for trademark registration receives a preliminary refusal. In such cases, it is important to know your rights and options for further actions. Our lawyers will help to effectively and quickly overcome all difficulties.

 

How does trademark registration affect business development?

Trademark registration is a key stage in the development of any business and can have a significant impact on its success and stability.

  • Registration of a trademark gives the owner the right to exclusive use of that mark in relation to certain goods or services. This allows the company to avoid confusion among consumers and protect its unique identity from competitors.
  • Trademark registration helps businesses create and expand their brand. This creates a unique and recognizable identity that attracts consumers and allows businesses to position their goods or services in the market.
  • Trademark registration provides legal protection of the enterprise's intellectual property. This prevents competitors and other parties from copying or illegally using your brand.
  • A registered trademark becomes an asset of the enterprise and can have a significant value in the market. This is important for investment, lending and business development opportunities as it adds to the overall value of the enterprise.
  • With a registered trademark, you have legal protection in the event of lawsuits or conflicts with other parties over the use of your brand. This reduces business risks and allows you to focus on strategic development.

Trademark registration not only protects your business from competition and copying, but also helps increase its value and stability in the market. This is an important step for any enterprise that seeks to achieve success and recognition in its field.

In what cases is a preliminary refusal to register TM possible?

  • Technical deficiencies. An incorrectly completed or incomplete application for registration may lead to preliminary rejection.
  • Conflict with other brands and lack of uniqueness. If your trademark is similar to existing ones and is likely to cause confusion among consumers, it may result in rejection.

 

What to do if trademark registration is refused?

If you've been denied a trademark registration, it's important to take appropriate action to protect your interests and your brand. Our legal experts are ready to help you in this difficult situation. Here are some steps we can take together:

  • Before taking any further steps, we will carefully analyze the reasons for the refusal as stated in the notice from the trademark registration authority.
  • We will help you check whether all the necessary documents have been submitted properly and whether they meet the requirements of the law.
  • Based on the analysis of the reasons for the refusal, we will jointly develop a strategy for further actions. This may include making changes to your application or appealing a refusal.
  • Our legal experts can act as your representatives before trademark registration authorities, protecting your interests and rights under the law.
  • We are ready to provide you with comprehensive advice and support at every stage of this process to ensure a successful resolution of this matter.

Contact our experts today, and we will help you find the optimal solution in a situation with a refusal to register a trademark.

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Head of Commercial and Civil Law Practice

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