Legal Question in Intellectual Property in Canada

I recently registered a new business about 3 months ago. My business name was approved and since I've been operating under this name and had a logo designed. Last week I found out there's another company, with a similar name, a similar logo and they offer very similar services. The first 6 letters of our company names are the same. My company name has 8 letters and their company name has 10 letters. They also have a trademark on their company name. My question is, can they take any legal action against me? I'm not trying to be them or anything as I just found out they exist. Thank you.


Asked on 12/18/12, 12:47 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Robert Brouillette Brouillette & Partners

HI,

Although it is impossible to provide you with an answer without knowing the exact facts, they are likely to have a recourse against you for trademark infringement. You should consult a lawyer.

Good luck,

Robert

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Answered on 12/18/12, 1:06 pm


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