how to search for a trade mark ?

Gee · Feb 1, 2005

i want to know if the name i have is a registered trademark ?

is there any place where you search easily for free

thanks!

muzie · Feb 1, 2005

http://www.uspto.gov/main/trademarks.htm

Middle col at top--SEARCH trademarks

Good luck!

Gee · Feb 1, 2005

thanks Muzie ))

but i don't understand the search results

when i search for ( kentucky )

it gives me many results......

also when i search for a registered trademark like ( USMLE )

it says no results available

confused!

Domain Investor · Feb 1, 2005

http://www.patent.gov.uk/tm/dbase/

UK Trademarks!

Dr. Domaining · Feb 21, 2005

While searching on the USPTO site you must be aware that it's not 100% accurate. As the process takes quite a bit of time. Therefore, something might be in the process of being trademarked and will not be listed. In order to get a 100% accurate search you may need to hire somebody to do it for you. However, it is much more expensive. Generally around $200. Depending on your situation it can be worth it to just risk it and apply rather than wasting the $200 on the search fees. Obviously two professional searches and you've got yourself another trademark and some change.

Good luck!