Author: Jacqui Pryor

17 Apr
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Can a Word Be Trademarked?

  Trademark Jacqui Pryor answers some of the most frequently asked questions surrounding trademarking – and in particular, trademarking words, names or simple phrases. Can I trademark a word? Yes, so long as it meets the overriding definition of a trademark – being a sign that you will use to distinguish goods/services from others. This… Read more »

17 Apr
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What Can and Can’t Be Trademarked?

  Here at Quick off the Mark, we’re often asked “What can be trademarked? Can I trademark my name?” “Can I trademark a colour or a symbol?” We thought given these are such commonly asked questions that we’d put together this guide to help you get a better understanding of what can and can’t be… Read more »

19 Dec
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A Guide to Trademark Protection

  Running a business can mean long days and nights, stressful decisions and a lot of day to day micro management of issues.  Having your intellectual property protected under law may not seem like the most urgent task when you’re first starting out or trying to grow your business, however this relatively simple process can… Read more »

19 Dec
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Using a Trademark Before Registering It

  We’re all familiar the little TM and R symbols that we see frequently on business names and products.  However, when it comes to the process of actually registering a trademark or having to do it yourself, we know that often business owners are not sure where to begin.   Trademarks, their registration, enforcement and protection,… Read more »

14 Nov
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How Can I Protect My Australian Trademark Overseas?

  It’s not uncommon for most people to find the legal side of their business overwhelming and want to put off dealing with matters of legal protection.  The areas of intellectual property such as trademarks, copyright and patents are not subjects that most business operators usually have much experience in.  Many are often in doubt… Read more »

13 Nov
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A Comprehensive Guide to Australian Trademark Oppositions

  Your trademark is a powerful representation of your business in the marketplace, and it brings with it certain responsibilities and protections.  As part of these, you should be familiar with the concept of trademark oppositions.  An opposition is a formal process where an objection can be lodged against someone else’s trademark being registered with… Read more »