What happens if I don’t get a trademark?

Trademarks and Copyrights

The Trademark Lawyer Answers: What happens if I don’t get a trademark?

Throughout the years, I’ve helped countless businesses apply for trademark protection for their brand name and logo at The Social Media Law Firm. It’s a smart way to protect your brand and the goodwill you’ve earned by operating an awesome business. But when I talk about trademarks, one of the first questions I’m asked as a trademark attorney is, “What happens if I don’t get a trademark?” There are several risks you can face, but when it comes down to it, working with a trademark law firm to get trademark protection for your brand is an easy way of making sure you’re doing everything you can to keep your brand safe.

 

If you don’t have a trademark, someone else could use your brand name or company logo, and you won’t be able to do anything about it. Even worse, if they apply for a trademark for a similar name or logo first, you’ll have a legal battle on your hands to get your brand identity back. Sound pricey? Oh, it is. Not only will you have the legal fees to your trademark lawyer, but you’ll also have lost time you could have used to develop your business.

 

These aren’t the only costs having a competitor with a similar name can cost you. Along with the damage this situation can do to your reputation, it can also lead to:

  • Lost customers
  • Marketplace confusion
  • Being served with cease and desist letters for using your own name
  • Lost income
  • Lost business opportunities

 

All of this can happen just because you didn’t get a trademark. Doesn’t seem worth it when all you need to do is file some paperwork, does it? The process is straightforward, and with a social media attorney like me on your side, it gets even easier. My team and I will take care of the details, and you can relax knowing your brand is protected.

 

Then, what are you waiting for? Let this social media lawyer and his team help you file for trademark protection for your company. We’ll take you through the process, submit your application, and make sure you have everything in place. Contact us today to get started!

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