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What type of mark generally provides the broadest protection in trademark registration?
What type of mark generally provides the broadest protection in trademark registration?
- Colour mark
- Word mark (correct)
- Design mark
- Stylized mark
Why might a word mark not be registrable in trademark registration?
Why might a word mark not be registrable in trademark registration?
- It includes design features
- It is unique
- It is too short
- It is descriptive (correct)
How can a logo with wording improve the chances of successful trademark registration?
How can a logo with wording improve the chances of successful trademark registration?
- By using ineligible words
- By making it descriptive
- By registering just a logo without any words
- By including design features of the wording (correct)
What factor is considered when evaluating trademarks for distinctiveness?
What factor is considered when evaluating trademarks for distinctiveness?
In what circumstance might a word mark alone fail in trademark registration?
In what circumstance might a word mark alone fail in trademark registration?
Which type of mark is most important to have registered for a successful trademark protection strategy for a recognized brand like Google?
Which type of mark is most important to have registered for a successful trademark protection strategy for a recognized brand like Google?
What is the first step in the trademark registration process according to the text?
What is the first step in the trademark registration process according to the text?
When does the trademark examiner engage in correspondence with the applicant?
When does the trademark examiner engage in correspondence with the applicant?
What happens if a trademark application is accepted after advertisement in the Trademarks Journal?
What happens if a trademark application is accepted after advertisement in the Trademarks Journal?
In what time frame can others oppose a trademark registration after it is advertised in the Trade-marks Journal?
In what time frame can others oppose a trademark registration after it is advertised in the Trade-marks Journal?
What steps are taken if there are no oppositions to a trademark registration after advertisement?
What steps are taken if there are no oppositions to a trademark registration after advertisement?
Which body handles complex proceedings if there are oppositions to a trademark registration?
Which body handles complex proceedings if there are oppositions to a trademark registration?
What is one of the criteria to consider when assessing whether a mark can be registered?
What is one of the criteria to consider when assessing whether a mark can be registered?
Why are trademark searches important before registration?
Why are trademark searches important before registration?
What does NUANS offer in terms of trademark searches?
What does NUANS offer in terms of trademark searches?
In trademark law, confusion between trademarks occurs when:
In trademark law, confusion between trademarks occurs when:
What role does a telephone directory search play in trademark registration?
What role does a telephone directory search play in trademark registration?
Why is it important to consider if a mark is descriptive of the goods or services?
Why is it important to consider if a mark is descriptive of the goods or services?
