Trademark Registrants Beware: Important U.S. Trademark Developments Can Result in Cancelled Registrations
By EsqSocial Corporation 26/01/22
As of December 27, 2021, new “expungement” and “reexamination” proceedings are available for third parties to request the cancellation of an active U.S. trademark registration that is not being used in connection with some or all of the goods/services set forth in the registration. The purpose of the two new proceedings is to eliminate overly broad and deadwood registrations. Their impact, however, will be felt by all applicants and registrants....
By: Verrill