Legal Question in Business Law in Florida

Trademark

Can I trademark my last name?


Asked on 12/05/07, 5:12 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys

Brandon Kolb Kolb, Cintron, & Associates

Re: Trademark

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No. A trade mark is more akin to a logo. A trade name can be registered and protected very similarly to a trade mark, but only if it is unique. For instance Hulk Hogan is that particular entertainer�s trade name that he can register and protect. Hogan is too generic.

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Answered on 12/05/07, 8:05 pm
Scott R. Jay Law Offices of Scott R. Jay

Re: Trademark

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No. There would be no basis under the law.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.

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Answered on 12/05/07, 11:45 pm


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