Written by Jan Buza
Co-founder of Trama
If one has a reasonable basis to believe that they were damaged by the registration of your trademark, it is possible for them to file a "cancellation request". Such request would undergo examination and might start proceedings. However, starting the proceeding does not necessarily mean that your trademark would be cancelled.
For example, if your competition considers your trademark harmful to their business's reputation or infringing on the right to fairly compete, trademark cancellation might be an option.
Please note that various legal fees might be associated with this procedure, and in some jurisdictions, a licensed attorney must act on your behalf.
I have received an office action from the USPTO. What should I do?
What's the difference between the use-in-commerce and intent-to-use basis?
Is it better to register the trademark in the UK, the US and the EU all at once?
What is the difference between a word and a figurative mark?
What's the difference between the "First to file" and "First to use" rules?
If we register a logo trademark, can we still make changes to the logo itself and retain protection?
Is there any difference between lowercase/uppercase in trademark name registration?
If I file my trademark on an intent-to-use basis, can I provide the specimen later?
What is the best way to register a trademark in the US, the EU and Australia?
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