Trademark Renewal 101 — What Happens If You Miss a Deadline

Episode Summary:

In this episode of Inherently Distinctive, host Sophia Morales and trademark attorney Mark Goodman discuss Trademark Renewal 101, covering essential deadlines, renewal requirements, and the consequences of missing deadlines. Mark explains the perpetual nature of trademarks, renewal timelines, and the importance of proper trademark monitoring and enforcement.

 

Key Timestamps:

00:20 - Introduction and episode topic

00:34 - Overview of trademark duration and renewals

01:55 - Renewal timeline requirements

03:08 - Consequences of missing deadlines

08:54 - Discussion of incontestability status

10:15 - Importance of trademark enforcement

12:40 - Trademark monitoring services

14:19 - Advice for managing multiple trademarks

 

About the Show:

Inherently Distinctive is a podcast featuring attorney Mark Goodman, whose practice focuses on patent law, trademark law, copyright law, and business law related to innovation. The show provides valuable insights and practical advice for businesses and individuals navigating intellectual property matters.