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Basic Facts About Registering A Trademark, Part 5
Part 5 of 5 Statement of Use Under 37 CRF 2.88 With Declaration to the Assistant Commissioner for Trademarks Applicant Name: Notice of Allowance Issue Date: Applicant requests registration of the above identified trademark/service mark in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office on the Principal Register established by the Act of July 5, 1946 (15 U.S.C. 1051 et. seq., as amended). Three specimens per class showing the mark as used in commerce are submitted with this statement.  Check here if a Request to Divide under 37 C.F.R. 2.87 is being submitted with this statement. Applicant is using the mark in commerce on or in connection with the following goods/services: (check one)  Those goods/ services identified in the Notice of Allowance in this application.  Those goods/services identified in the Notice of Allowance in this application except: (identify goods/services to be deleted from application) Date of first use of mark in commerce that the U.S. Congress may regulate: Specify type of commerce (e.g. interstate, between the United States and a specified foreign country): The undersigned, being hereby warned that willful and false statements and the like so made are punishable by fine, imprisonment, or both under 18 U.S.C. 1001, and that such willful false statements may jeopardize the validity of the application or any resulting registration, declares that he/she is properly authorized to execute this Statement of Use on behalf of the applicant; he/she believes the applicant to be the owner of the trademark/service mark sought to be registered; the trademark/service mark is now in use in commerce; and all statements made of his/her own knowledge are true and all statements made on information and belief are believed to be true. ________________________________ ______________________________ Date ..._________ ________________________ (Typed or printed name of person mailing (Signature of person mailing paper & fee) paper & fee) This form ought to take 15 minutes to complete, including time required for understanding instructions, gathering necessary information, record keeping and actually providing the information. Any comment on the amount of time you require to complete this form should be sent to: The Office of Management and Organization U.S. Patent and Trademark Office U.S. Department of Commerce Washington, DC 20231 and to: The Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs Office of Management and Budget Washington, DC 20503 Do not send forms to either of these addresses. Trademark Processing Fees 361 2.6 (a) (1) Application for registration, per class .................................. $245.00 362 2.6 (a) (2) Filing an Amendment to Allege Use Under 1 (c), per class 363 2.6 (a) (3) Filing a Statement of Use under 1 (d) (1), per class 100.00 364 2.6 (a) (4) Filing a Request for a Six Month Extension of Time for Filing a Statement of Use under 1 (d) (1) per class 100.00 365 2.6 (a) (5) Application for renewal, per class 300.00 366 2.6 (a) (6) Additional fee for late renewal, per class 100.00 367 2.6 (a) (7) Publication of mark under 12 (c), per class 100.00 368 2.6 (a) (8) Issuing new certificate of registration 100.00 369 2.6 (a) (9) Certificate of Correction 100.00 370 2.6 (a) (10) Filing disclaimer to registration 100.00 371 2.6 (a) (11) Filing amendment to registration 100.00 372 2.6 (a) (12) Filing 8 affidavit, per class 100.00 373 2.6 (a) (13) Filing 15 affidavit, per class 100.00 374 2.6 (a) (14) Filing combined sec. 8 and 15 affidavit, per class 200.00 375 2.6 (a) (15) Petition to the Commissioner 100.00 376 2.6 (a) (16) Petition for cancellation, per class 200.00 377 2.6 (a) (17) Notice of opposition, per class 200.00 378 2.6 (a) (18) Ex parte appeal, per class 200.00 379 2.6 (a) (19) Dividing an application, per new application (file wrapper) created 100.00 Trademark Service Fees 461 2.6 (b) (1) (i) Printed copy of each registered mark, regular service $ 3.00 462 2.6 (b) (1) (ii) Printed copy of each registered mark, overnight delivery to PTO box or overnight fax 6.00 463 2.6 (b) (1) (iii) Printed copy of each registered mark ordered via expedited local service 20.00 464 2.6 (b) (4) (i) Certified copy of registered mark with title and/or status, regular service 10.00 465 2.6 (b) (4) (ii) Certified copy of registered mark, with title and/or status, expedited local service 20.00 466 2.6 (b) (2) (i) Certified or uncertified copy of trademark application as filed, regular service 30.00 467 2.6 (b) (2) (ii) Certified or uncertified copy of trademark application as filed, expedited local service 30.00 468 2.6 (b) (3) Certified or uncertified copy of trademark related file wrapper and contents 50.00 469 2.6 (b) (5) Certified or uncertified copy of trademark document, unless otherwise provided 25.00 470 2.6 (b) (7b) For assignment records, abstracts of title and certification per registration 25.00 475 1.19 (g) Comparing and certifying copies, per document, per copy 25.00 480 2.6 (b) (9) Self-service copy charge per page 0.25 481 2.6 (b) (7) Recording trademark assignment, agreement or other paper, first mark per document 40.00 482 2.6 (b) (6) For second and subsequent marks in the same document 25.00 484 2.6 (b) (10) Labor charges for services, per hour or fraction thereof 30.00 485 2.6 (b) (11) Unspecified other services At cost 488 2.6 (b) (8) Each hour of X-SEARCH terminal session time 40.00 490 1.24 Trademark coupons 3.00

Basic Facts About Registering A Trademark, Part 1
BASIC FACTS ABOUT REGISTERING A TRADEMARK Part 1 of 5   What is a Trademark? A trademark is either a word, phrase, symbol, or design, or combination of words, phrases, symbols or designs, that identifies and distinguishes the source of the goods or services of one party from those of others. A service mark is the same as a trademark, except that it identifies and distinguishes the source of a service rather than a product. Throughout this booklet the terms 'trademark' and 'mark' are used to refer to both trademarks and service marks, whether they're word marks or other types of marks. Normally, a mark for goods appears on the product or on its packaging, while a service mark appears in advertising for the services. A trademark is different from a copyright or a patent. A copyright protects an original artistic or literary work; a patent protects an invention. For copyright information, call the Library of Congress at (202) 707-3000. Establishing Trademark Rights Trademark rights arise from either (1) actual use of the mark, or (2) the filing of a proper application to register a mark in the Patent and Trademark Office (PTO) stating that the applicant has a bona fide intention to use the mark in commerce regulated by the U.S. Congress. (See below, under 'Types of Applications,' for a discussion of what is meant by the terms 'commerce' and 'use in commerce.') Federal registration is not required to establish rights in a mark, nor is it required to begin use of a mark. However, federal registration can secure benefits beyond the rights acquired by merely using a mark. For example, the owner of a federal registration is presumed to be the owner of the mark for the goods and services specified in the registration, and to be entitled to use the mark nationwide. There are two related but distinct types of rights in a mark: the right to register and the right to use. Generally, the first party who either uses a mark in commerce or files an application in the PTO has the ultimate right to register that mark. The PTO's authority is limited to determining the right to register. The right to use a mark can be more complicated to determine. This is particularly true when two parties have begun use of the same or similar marks without knowledge of one another and neither has a federal registration. Only a court can render a decision about the right to use, such as issuing an injunction or awarding damages for infringement. It should be noted that a federal registration can provide significant advantages to a party involved in a court proceeding. The PTO cannot provide advice concerning rights in a mark; only a private attorney can. Unlike copyrights or patents, trademark rights can last indefinitely if the owner continues to use the mark or identify its goods or services. The term of a federal trademark registration is 10 years, with 10-year renewal terms. However, between the fifth and sixth year after the date of initial registration, the registrant must file an affidavit setting forth certain information to keep the registration alive. If no affidavit is filed, the registration is canceled. Types of Applications for Federal Registration An applicant may apply for federal registration in three principle ways: An applicant who has already commenced using a mark in commerce may file based on that (a use application). An applicant who has not yet used the mark may apply based on a bona fide intention to use the mark in commerce (an intent-to-use application). For the purpose of obtaining federal registration, commerce means all commerce that may lawfully be regulated by the U.S. Congress-for example, interstate commerce or commerce between the United States and another country. The use in commerce must be a bona fide use in the ordinary course of trade, and not made merely to reserve a right in a mark. Use of a mark in promotion or advertising before the product or service is actually provided under the mark on a normal commercial scale does not qualify as use in commerce. Use of a mark in purely local commerce within a state also fails to qualify as use in commerce. If an applicant files based on a bona fide intention to use in commerce, the applicant will have to use the mark in commerce and submit an allegation of use to the PTO before the PTO will register the mark (see Part 3). Additionally, under certain international agreements, an applicant from outside the United States may file in the United States based on an application or registration in another country. For information regarding applications based on international agreements, please call the information number provided in Part 2. A U.S. registration provides protection only in the United States and its territories. If the owner of a mark wishes to protect a mark in other countries, the owner must seek protection in each country separately under the relevant laws. The PTO cannot provide information or advice concerning protection in other countries. Interested parties may inquire directly in the relevant country, in its U.S. offices, or through an attorney. Who May File an Application? The application must be filed in the name of the owner of the mark-usually an individual, corporation, or partnership. The owner of a mark controls the nature and quality of the goods or services identified by the mark. See below in the line-by-line instructions for information about who must sign the application and other papers. The owner may submit and prosecute its own application for registration, or may be represented by an attorney. The PTO cannot help select an attorney. Foreign Applicants Applicants not living in the United States must designate in writing the name and address of a domestic representative-a person residing in the United States 'upon whom notices of process may be served for proceedings affecting the mark.' The applicant may do so by submitting a statement that the named person at the address indicated is appointed as the applicant's domestic representative under 1 (e) of the Trademark Act. The applicant must sign this statement. This person will receive all communications from the PTO unless the applicant is represented by an attorney in the United States. Searches for Conflicting Marks An applicant is not required to conduct a search for conflicting marks prior to applying with the PTO. However, some people find it useful. In evaluating an application, an examining attorney conducts a search and notifies the applicant if a conflicting mark is found. The application fee, which covers processing and search costs, will not be refunded even if a conflict is found and the mark can't be registered. To determine whether the two marks conflict, the PTO determines whether there would be likelihood of confusion-that is, whether relevant consumers would be likely to associate the goods or services of one party with those of the other party as a result of the use of the marks at issue by both parties. The principal factors to be considered in reaching this decision are the similarity of the marks and the commercial relationship between the goods and services identified by the marks. To find a conflict, the marks need not be identical, and the goods and services do not have to be the same. The PTO does not conduct searches for the public to determine if a conflicting mark is registered, or is the subject of a pending application, except as just noted, when acting on an application. However, you can get this same type of information in a variety of ways: Perform a search in the PTO public search library, located on the second floor of the South Tower Building, 2900 Crystal Dr., Arlington, VA 22202. Visit a patent and trademark depository library (at locations listed in Part 4). Go to either a private trademark search company or an attorney who deals with trademark law. The libraries in the first two entries have CD-ROMs containing the trademark database of registered and pending marks. The PTO cannot provide advice about possible conflicts between marks. Laws & Rules Governing Federal Registration The federal registration of trademarks is governed by the Trademark Act of 1946, as amended, 15 U.S. C. 1051 et seq.; the Trademark Rules, 37 C.F.R. Part 2; and the Trademark Manual of Examining Procedure (2d. Ed. 1993). Other Types of Applications In addition to trademarks and service marks, the Trademark Act provides for federal registration of other types of marks, such as certification marks, collective trademarks and service marks, and collective membership marks. These are relatively rare. For forms and information regarding registration of these marks, please call the appropriate trademark information number, indicated below. Where to Send Application and Correspondence The application and all other correspondence should be addressed to The Assistant Commissioner for Trademarks 2900 Crystal Drive Arlington, VA 22202-3513 The initial application should be directed to 'Box NEW APP/FEE.' An AMENDMENT TO ALLEGE USE should be directed to 'Attn. AAU.' A STATEMENT OF USE or REQUEST FOR AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO FILE A STATEMENT OF USE should be directed to 'Box ITU/ Fee.' The applicant should indicate his or her company's telephone number on the application form. Once a serial number is assigned to the application, the applicant should refer to the serial number in all written and telephone communications concerning the application. It's advisable to submit a stamped, self-addressed postcard with the application specifically listing each item in the mailing-that is, the written application, the drawing, the fee, and the specimens (if appropriate). The PTO will stamp the filing date and serial number of the application on the postcard to acknowledge receipt. This will help the applicant if any item is later lost or if the applicant wishes to inquire about the application. The PTO will send a separate official notification of the filing date and serial number for every application about two months after receipt....

Basic Facts About Registering A Trademark, Part 3
BASIC FACTS ABOUT REGISTERING A TRADEMARK Part 3 of 5   FILING REQUIREMENTS Before completing an application, read the instructions carefully and study the examples provided. Errors or omissions may result in the denial of a filing date and the return of application papers, or the denial of registration and forfeiture of the filing fee. To receive a filing date, the applicant must provide the following: Filled-out application form Drawing of the mark on a separate piece of paper Required filing fee (see end of this document for fee information) Three specimens for each class of goods or services-if application is based on prior use of the mark in commerce (The specimens must show actual use of the mark with the goods or services, and may be identical or examples of three different uses showing the same mark.) 1. Written Application Form (PTO Form 1478) The application must be in English. A separate application must be filed for each mark the applicant wishes to register. For more than one version of the same mark, a separate application must be filed for each version. PTO Form 1478 may be used for a trademark or service mark application, and may be photocopied for your convenience. Here are line-by-line instructions for filing PTO Form 1478 (Trademark/Service Mark Application, Principal Register, With Declaration), as shown in Part 4: Space 1 -- The Mark Indicate the mark (for example, 'Theorytec' or 'Pinstripes and Design'). This should agree with the mark shown on the drawing page. If a discrepancy exists between the mark described in the written application and the mark displayed in the drawing, the drawing controls. Space 2 -- Classification It's not necessary to fill in this box. The PTO will determine the proper International Classification based on the identification of the goods and services in the application. However, an applicant who knows the International Class number(s) for the goods and services may place the number(s) in this box. If the PTO determines that the goods and services listed fall into more than one class, the PTO will notify the applicant during examination of the application, and the applicant will have the opportunity to pay the fees for any additional classes or to limit the goods and services to one or more classes. Space 3 -- The Owner of the Mark The name of the mark's owner must be entered in this box. If the application is not filed in the name of the mark's owner, the application will be void and the applicant will forfeit the filing fee. The owner of the mark is the party who controls the nature and quality of the goods sold, or services rendered, under the mark. The owner may be an individual, a partnership, a corporation, or an association or similar firm. If the applicant is a corporation, the applicant's name is the name under which it is incorporated. If the applicant is a partnership, the applicant's name is the name under which it is organized. Space 4 -- The Owner's Address Enter the applicant's business address. If the applicant is an individual, enter the applicant's business or home address. Space 5 -- Entity Type and Citizenship/Domicile The applicant must check the box that indicates the type of entity applying. In addition, in the blank following the box, the applicant must specify one of the following: Space 5 (a) -- for an individual, the applicant's national citizenship Space 5 (b) -- for a partnership, the names and national citizenship of the general partners and the state (if a U.S. partnership) or country (if a foreign partnership) where the partnership is organized Space 5 © -- For a corporation, the state (if a U.S. corporation) or country (if a foreign corporation) of incorporation Space 5 (d) -- for another type of entity, the nature of the entity and the state (if a U.S. entity) or country (if a foreign entity) where it is organized Space 6 -- Identification of the Goods and/or Services In this blank, the applicant must state the specific goods and services for which registration is sought and with which the applicant has actually used the mark in commerce or-in the case of an 'intent-to-use' application-has a bona fide intention to use the mark in commerce. Use clear and concise terms specifying the actual goods and services by their common commercial names. A mark can be registered only for specific goods and services. The goods and services listed will establish the scope of the applicant's rights in the relevant mark. The goods and services listed must be the applicant's actual 'goods in trade' or the actual services the applicant renders for the benefit of others. Use language that would be readily understood by the general public. For example, if the applicant intends to use the mark to identify candy, word processors, baseballs and baseball bats, travel magazines, dry cleaning services, or restaurant services, the identification should clearly and concisely list that. The applicant should not use indefinite terms, such as accessories, components, devices, equipment, food, materials, parts, or services listed by their common commercial name(s). Note that the terms used in the classification listing are generally too broad. Do not use those terms by themselves. The applicant must be very careful when identifying goods and services. Because the filing of an application establishes certain presumptions of rights as of the filing date, the application may not be amended later to add any products or services not within the scope of the identification. For example, the identification of 'clothing' could be amended to 'shirts and jackets,' which narrows the scope, but could not be amended to 'retail clothing store services,' which would change the scope. Similarly, 'physical therapy services' can't be changed to 'medical services,' because this would broaden the scope of the identification. Also, if the identification includes a trade channel limitation, deleting that limitation would broaden the scope of the identification. The identification of goods and services must not describe the mode of the mark's use, such as on labels, stationery, menus, signs, containers, or advertising. There's another place on the application, called the 'method-of-use clause,' for this kind of information. (See information below, under Space 7[a], fourth blank.) For example, in the identification of goods and services, the term 'advertising' is usually intended to identify a service rendered by advertising agencies. Moreover, 'labels,' 'menus', 'signs' and 'containers' are specific goods. Thus, if the identification indicates ' menus,' it can't be amended to 'restaurant services.' Similarly, if the goods are identified as 'containers or labels for jam,' the identification can't be amended to 'jam.' Note: If nothing appears in this blank, or if the identification does not identify any recognizable goods or services, the application will be denied a filing date and returned to the applicant. For example, if the applicant specifies the mark itself, or wording such as 'company name,' 'corporate name,' or 'company logo' and nothing else, the application will be denied a filing date and returned to the applicant. If the applicant identifies the goods and services as just 'products' or 'services' the application will be denied a filing date and returned to the applicant. Space 7 -- Basis for Filing The applicant must check at least one of the four boxes to specify a basis for filing the application. The applicant should also fill in all blanks that follow the checked box(es). Usually an application is based on either (1) use of the mark in commerce (the first box) or (2) a bona fide intention to use the mark in commerce (the second box). You may not check both the first and second box. If both boxes are checked, the PTO will not accept the application and will return it. If an applicant wishes to apply to register a mark for certain goods and services already using the mark in commerce and also for other goods and services based on future use, separate applications must be filed to separate the relevant goods and services from each other. Space 7 (a). If the applicant is using the mark in commerce in relation to all of the goods and services listed in the application, check this first box and fill in the blanks. In the first blank, specify the date the trademark was first used to identify the goods and services in a type of commerce that may be regulated by Congress. In the second blank, specify the type of commerce, specifically a type of commerce which may be regulated by Congress, in which the goods were sold or shipped, or the services were rendered. (See Part 1 for the meaning of 'use in commerce.') For example, indicate 'interstate commerce' (commerce between two or more states) or commerce between the United States and a specific foreign country-for example, 'commerce between the United States and Canada.' In the third blank, specify the date that the mark was first used anywhere to identify the goods or services specified in the application. This date will be the same as the date of first use in commerce unless the applicant made some use-for example, within a single state-before the first use in commerce. In the fourth blank, specify how the mark is placed on the goods or used with the services. This is referred to as the 'method-of-use clause' and should not be confused with the identification of the goods and services described under Space 6. For example, in relation to goods, state, 'The mark is used on labels affixed to the goods,' or 'The mark is used on containers for the goods,' whichever is accurate. In relation to services, state, 'The mark is used in advertisements for the services.' Space 7 (b). If the applicant has a bona fide intention to use the mark in commerce in relation to the goods or services specified in the application, check the second box and fill in the blank. The applicant should check this box if the mark has not been used at all or if the mark has been used on the specified goods or services only within a single state. In the blank, state how the mark is intended to be placed on the goods or used with the services. Example: For goods, state, 'The mark will be used on labels affixed to the goods,' or 'The mark will be used on containers for the goods,' whichever is accurate. For services, state, 'The mark will be used in advertisements for the services. Spaces 7 © and (d). These spaces are usually used only by applicants from foreign countries who are filing in the United States under international agreements. These applications are less common. For further information about treaty-based applications, call the trademark information number listed in Part 2, or contact a private attorney. Space 8 -- Verification and Signature The applicant must verify the truth and accuracy of the information in the application and must sign the application. The declaration in Space 8, on the back of the form, is intended for this purpose. If the application is not signed, the application will not be granted a filing date and will be returned to the applicant. If the application is not signed by an appropriate person, the application will be found void and the filing fee will be forfeited. Therefore, it's important that the proper person sign the application. If the applicant is an individual, that individual must sign. If the applicant is a partnership, a general partner must sign. If the applicant is a corporation, association, or similar organization, one of its officers must sign. An officer is a person who holds an office established in the articles of incorporation or the bylaws. Officers may not delegate this authority to non-officers. If the applicants are joint applicants, all joint applicants must sign. The person who signs the application must indicate the date signed, provide a telephone number to be used if it's necessary to contact the applicant, and clearly print or type his or her name and position. 2. The Drawing Page Every application must include a single drawing page. If there's no drawing page, the application will be denied a filing date and returned to the applicant. The PTO uses the drawing to file the mark in the PTO search records and to print the mark in the Official Gazette and on the registration. The drawing must be on pure white, durable, non-shiny paper that is 8 1/2 inches (21.59 cm) wide and 11 inches (27.94 cm) long. There must be at least a one-inch (2.54-cm) margin on the sides, top, and bottom of the page, and at least one inch between the heading and the display of the mark. At the top of the drawing must be a heading, listing on separate lines the applicant's complete name, address, goods and services specified in the application, and (in applications based on use in commerce) the date of first use of the mark and the date of first use of the mark in commerce. This heading should be typewritten. If the drawing is in special form, the heading should include a description of the mark's essential elements. The drawing of the mark should appear at the center of the page. It may be typewritten or appear in special form. If the mark includes words, numbers or letters, the applicant can usually elect to submit either a typewritten or a special-form drawing. To register a mark consisting only of words, letters, or numbers, without indicating any particular style, or design, provide a typewritten drawing. In the typewritten drawing, the mark must be typed entirely in CAPITAL LETTERS, even if the mark, as used, includes lower-case letters. Use a standard typewriter or a font in the same size and style as that of a standard typewriter. To indicate color, use color linings. The appropriate lining should appear in the area where the relevant color would appear. If the drawing is lined for color, insert a statement in the written application to indicate so-for example, 'The mark is lined for the colors red and green.' A plain black-and-white drawing is acceptable even if the mark is used in color. Most drawings do not indicate specific colors. Be careful in preparing the drawing. Although it may be possible to make some minor changes, the rules prohibit any material change to the drawing of the mark after filing. To register a word mark in the form in which it's actually used or intended to be used in commerce, or any mark including a design, submit a special-form drawing. In a special-form drawing, the mark must be no larger than 4 inches by 4 inches (10.16 by 10.16 cm). If the drawing of the mark is larger than this, the application will be denied a filing date and returned to the applicant. In addition, the drawing must appear only in black and white, with every line and letter black and clear. No color or gray is allowed. Do not combine typed matter and special form in the same drawing. The drawing in special form must be a substantially exact representation of the mark as it appears on the specimens. The applicant may apply to register any portion of a mark consisting of more than one element, provided that the mark displayed in the drawing creates a separate impression apart from other elements it appears with on the specimens. For example, it's generally possible to register a word mark by itself even though the specimen shows the word 'mark' used in combination with a design or a part of a logo. Do not include non-trademark matter in the drawing, such as informational matter that may appear on a label. In the end, the applicant must decide exactly what to register and in what form. The PTO considers the drawing 'controlling' when determining exactly what mark the application covers. 3. FEES Filing Fee The application filing fee is $245 for each class of goods or services listed. At least $245 must accompany the application. Fee increases, when necessary, usually take effect on October 1 of any given year. Please call the general information number listed in Part 2 for up-to-date fee information if filing after September 1995. The PTO receives no taxpayer funds; its operations are supported entirely from fees paid by applicants and registrants. Additional Fees Related to Intent-to-Use Applications In addition to the application filing fee, applicants who base their filing on a bona fide intention to use a mark in commerce must submit a fee of $100 for each class of goods or services in the application, when filing any of the following : Amendment to Allege Use Statement of Use Request for an extension of time to file a Statement Of Use Form of Payment All payments must be made in U.S. currency, by check, post office, money order, or certified check. Personal or business checks may be submitted. Make checks and money orders payable to the Assistant Commissioner for Trademarks. Fees are not refundable. 4. specimens required to show use of the mark in commerce When to File the Specimens If the applicant has already used the mark in commerce and bases the filing on use in commerce, he or she must submit three specimens per class showing use of the mark in commerce with the application. If, instead, the application is based on a bona fide intention to use the mark in commerce, the applicant must submit three specimens per class when filing either an Amendment to Allege Use or a Statement of Use. What to File as a Specimen The specimens must be actual samples of how the mark is being used in commerce. The specimens may be identical or examples of three different uses showing the same mark. If the mark is used on goods, examples of acceptable specimens are the tags or labels attached to the goods, containers for the goods, displays associated with the goods, or photographs of the goods showing use of the mark on the goods themselves. If it's impractical to send an actual specimen because of its size, photographs or other acceptable reproductions that show the mark on the goods or packaging for the goods must be furnished. Invoices, announcements, order forms, bills of lading, leaflets, brochures, catalogs, publicity releases, letterhead, and business cards generally are not acceptable specimens. If the mark is used for services, examples of acceptable specimens are signs, brochures, advertisements, business cards or stationery that shows the mark in connection with the services, or photographs that show the mark as used in the rendering or advertising of the services. In the case of a service mark, the specimens must either show the mark and include some clear reference to the type of services rendered under the mark in some form of advertising, or show the mark as it's used in the rendering of the service-for example, on a storefront or the side of a delivery or service truck. Specimens may not be larger than 8 1/2 inches by 11 inches (21.59 by 27.94 cm) and must be flat. Smaller specimens, such as labels, may be stapled to a sheet of paper labeled 'SPECIMENS.' A separate sheet can be used for each class. Additional Requirements for Intent-To-Use Applications An applicant who files an application based on the bona fide intention to use a mark in commerce must make use of the mark in commerce before the mark can register. After use in commerce begins, the applicant must submit: Three specimens evidencing use, as just discussed A fee of $100 per class of goods or services in the application Either (a) an Amendment to Allege Use if the application has not yet been approved for publication (use PTO Form 1579) or (b) a Statement of Use if the mark has been published and the PTO has issued a Notice of Allowance (use PTO Form 1580). If the applicant makes no use of the mark in commerce within six months of the Notice of Allowance, the applicant must file a Request for an Extension of Time to File a Statement of Use, or the application is abandoned. (Use PTO Form 1581, which is intended for this purpose only.) See the instructions and information on the back of the forms. The previous information about specimens, identifications of goods and services, and dates of use is also relevant to filing an Amendment to Allege Use or Statement of Use. Failing to file the necessary papers in proper form within the time provided may result in abandonment of the application....

Basic Facts About Registering A Trademark, Part 4
BASIC FACTS ABOUT REGISTERING A TRADEMARK Part 4 of 5   PATENT AND TRADEMARK OFFICE SERVICES Trademark Assistance Center The Patent and Trademark Office was established to provide service to trademark applicants, registrants, and the general public. Many PTDLs have on file all full-text patents issued since 1790, trademarks published since 1872, and select collections of foreign patents. All PTDLs have the patent and trademark sections of the Official Gazette of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. The full-text utility and design patents are distributed numerically on 16-mm microfilm, and plant patents on color microfiche. Patent and trademark search systems are available on CD-ROM at all PTDLs to enhance access to the information found in patents, and trademarks searches can be conducted through the numerically arranged collections. All information is available for use by the public free of charge. Facilities for making paper copies of patent and trademark information are generally provided for a fee. STATE Name of Library Telephone Contact Alabama Auburn University Libraries (205) 844-1747 Birmingham Public...g (Class 35) August 27, 1990 First Use in Commerce: Magazines (Class 16) January 15, 1992 Consulting (Class 35) August 27, 1990 Design: A zebra Sample Drawing-Typewritten 8 1/2" x 11" (21.6 cm x 27.9 cm) Applicant's Name: A-OK Software Development Group Applicant's Address; 100 Main Street, Anytown, MO 12345 Goods: Computer software for analyzing statistics Date of First Use: Intent to Use Application Date of First Use in Commerce: Intent to Use Application Theorytec Sample Specimen for Goods (Issue of Magazine) April-May 1992 $2.00 Pinstripes "The Magazine for the Business Professional" In this Issue Managing business in tough times The need for quality in everything redefines priorities Managing turned inside out Employee ideas can really count Our business report on Washington, D.C. Working together to create new markets and new jobs In business to stay Investing feature: Future outlook on futures Pinstripes forever (our humor column) Sample Specimen for Services (Advertisement) If better business management solutions are what you're after, think of Pinstripes for consulting. We'll come wherever you are to offer a wide range or consulting services for diverse industries, including high-tech fields. You'll like the results-and our competitive price. The more you get to know us, the more you'll realize that we're the best choice for consulting and can make a big difference. Call or write us. Pinstripes Inc. (123) 456-7890, 100 Main St., Anytown, MO 12345 Sample Specimen for Services (Business card showing mark and reference to service) Business Management Consultants John Doe, President 100 Main Street Anytown, MO 12345 U.S.A. (123) 456-7890 Sample Specimens for Goods (Label affixed to computer disk) Theorytec Version 5.0 A-OK Software Development Group Theorytec Version 5.0 A-OK Software Development Group Trademark/Service Mark Application, Principal Register, with Declaration   To the Assistant Commissioner for Trademarks Applicant's Name: Applicant's Business Address: Applicant's Entity Type (Check one and supply requested information) Individual-Citizen of (Country): Partnership-State where organized (country, if appropriate): Names and Citizenship (Country) of General Partners: Corporation-State (country, if appropriate) of Incorporation: Other (Specific Nature of Entity and Domicile): Goods and/or Services: Applicant requests registration of the trademark/service mark shown in the accompanying drawing in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office on the Principal Register established by the Act of July 5, 1946 (15 U.S.C. 1051 et seq., as amended) for the following goods/services (SPECIFIC GOODS AND/OR SERVICES MUST BE INSERTED HERE): Basis for Application (Check boxes that apply, but never both first and second boxes. Supply requested information related to each box checked.) [ ] Applicant is using mark in commerce on or in connection with the above identified goods/services (15 U.S.C. 1051 (a), as amended). Three specimens showing the mark as used in commerce are submitted with this application. Date of first use of the mark in commerce that the U.S. Congress may regulate (for example, interstate or between the United States and a foreign country): Specify the type of commerce (for example, interstate or between the U.S. and specified foreign country): Date of first use anywhere (the same as or before use in commerce date): Specify intended manner or mode of use of mark on or in connection with the goods/services (for example trademark is applied to labels, service mark will be advertisement): Applicant has a bona fide intention to use the mark in commerce on or in connection with the above identified goods/services and, accompanying this application, submits a certification or certified copy of a foreign accordance with 15 U.S.C. 1126 (e) as amended. Country of registration: __________________________ Registration Number: ___________________________ Note: Declaration on reverse side must be signed. Declaration The undersigned, being hereby warned that willful false statements and the like so made are punishable by fine, imprisonment, or both, under 18 U.S.C. 1001, and that such false statements may jeopardize the validity of the application or any resulting registration, declares that he/she is properly authorized to execute this application on behalf of the applicant; he/she believes the applicant to be owner of the trademark/service mark sought to be registered, or if the application is being filed under 15 U.S.C. 1051 (b), he/she believes applicant to be entitled to use such mark in commerce; to the best of his/her knowledge and belief, no other person, firm, corporation, or association has the right to use the above identified mark in commerce, either in the identical form thereof or in such other form, to cause confusion, or to cause mistake, or to deceive; and that all statements made of his/her own knowledge are true, and all statements made on his/her information and belief are believed to be true. _________________________________ ____________________________ Date Signature _________________________________ _____________________________ Telephone Number Print or Type Name   Instructions and Information for Applicant To receive a filing date, the application must be completed and signed by the applicant and submitted along with: The prescribed fee of $245 for each of the goods/services listed in the application; A Drawing Page displaying the mark in conformance with 37 CFR 2.52; If the application is based on use of the mark in commerce, THREE SPECIMENS (evidence) of the mark as used in commerce for each class of goods/services listed in the application. All three specimens may be in the nature of: (a) labels showing the mark, which are placed on the goods; (b) photographs of the mark as it appears on the goods; (c) brochures or advertisements showing the mark as used in connection with the services. An Application with Declaration (this form). The application must be signed for the application to receive a filing date. Only the following person may sign the declaration, depending on the applicant's legal entity: (a) the individual applicant: (b) an officer of the incorporated applicant, (c) one general partner of a partnership applicant; (d) all joint applicants. Send Application Form, Drawing Page, Fee and Specimens (if appropriate) to: Assist

What is Directors’ & Officers’ Liability Insurance for Chambers of Commerce? Directors’ and officers’ (D&O) liability insurance helps protect board members, officers, and sometimes volunteer leaders of a chamber of commerce from personal loss if they are sued for alleged wrongful acts while managing the organization. It covers legal defense, settlements, and judgments related to claims such as breach of fiduciary duty, wrongful termination, or misuse of funds. This coverage complements other protections like commercial liability, event liability, and property coverage to address governance and oversight risks. Who needs it Chambers of commerce, local business associations, trade groups, and nonprofit business coalitions commonly purchase D&O coverage. Smaller volunteer-run organizations and larger staffed chambers both face exposures when making policy, hiring staff, or running programs. For related contexts and options, see Directors and Officers Liability Insurance for Cooperatives, which discusses similar governance risks for member-run entities. What it typically covers Standard D&O policies generally provide: Defense costs for lawsuits against directors or officers Settlements and judgments for covered claims Employment-practice related claims (e.g., wrongful termination, harassment) Claims alleging breaches of fiduciary duty or financial mismanagement This coverage is distinct from participant accident coverage, equipment coverage, or commercial auto exposure, which address different operational risks. For a discussion of D&O solutions for community-focused organizations, you may also find Directors and Officers Insurance for Commercial Communities useful. Common exclusions or limitations Typical exclusions include intentional illegal acts, fraud, bodily injury and property damage (which are usually handled under general liability or property policies), and claims known before the policy inception. Policies also vary on whether they cover volunteer directors and how they handle claims related to mergers or insolvency. Reviewing exclusions carefully helps identify gaps that may require additional endorsements or separate coverages. Factors that influence cost Underwriting factors include the chamber’s size and budget, number of employees and volunteers, financial controls, claims history, the scope of programs and events, and the limits and deductibles chosen. Risk management considerations—such as board training, clear conflict-of-interest policies, and regular financial oversight—can reduce premiums or improve marketability. Proof of insurance & compliance Chambers may need to provide proof of insurance when applying for grants, signing vendor agreements, or partnering on events. A certificate of insurance typically lists the policy type, limits, and effective dates. If a sponsor or host requests confirmation of governance coverage, provide the certificate and discuss any additional insured or loss-payee needs with your broker. How to get a quote To request coverage tailored to your chamber’s size and activities, gather basic financials, a list of board members and officers, any prior-claims information, and a summary of programs or events. Compare limits, defense provisions, and exclusions across carriers. When you’re ready to start, Get a quote to begin the process with a specialist who can explain available options and endorsements. Frequently Asked Questions Does D&O insurance cover volunteer board members?Many D&O policies include volunteers, but coverage varies—verify the policy definitions and request specific language if volunteer protection is important. Will D&O pay for defense if a director is sued personally?Yes. A primary purpose of D&O is to cover defense costs and potential settlements for directors and officers acting on behalf of the organization, subject to policy terms and exclusions. How does D&O differ from general liability?General liability covers bodily injury and property damage from operations or events, while D&O focuses on claims related to governance, management decisions, and fiduciary responsibilities. Still have questions? Talk to a local insurance expert. ...