Are there any rights established by having a registered trademark?

Yes. Owners of the registered mark are secured of the following rights: 

  • Exclusive right to use the mark
  • Right to object to conflicting applications filed on a later date
  • Right to petition for the cancellation of conflicting registrations
  • Right to sue third parties for infringement
  • Right to obtain damages from third parties for infringement
  • Right to give authorization to third parties to use the mark
  • Right to demand for the confiscation of fake goods bearing the mark
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