How can I protect my business name legally?
Question:
I have started using a unique name for my business and website. How can I prevent others from using the same name?
I have started using a unique name for my business and website. How can I prevent others from using the same name?
Answer:
You may apply for trademark registration in the appropriate class or classes covering your goods or services. Before filing, a detailed trademark search should be conducted for identical and deceptively similar marks. Registration of a company name, domain name or GST trade name does not by itself provide the same protection as trademark registration. Where the brand is used for different goods or services, multiple classes may be required.
You may apply for trademark registration in the appropriate class or classes covering your goods or services. Before filing, a detailed trademark search should be conducted for identical and deceptively similar marks. Registration of a company name, domain name or GST trade name does not by itself provide the same protection as trademark registration. Where the brand is used for different goods or services, multiple classes may be required.