State Law Protection of Trademarks

The video discusses methods for establishing trademark protections, including filing with the US Patent and Trademark Office for federal protection and claiming rights under state law. It explains state-level procedures and common law rights, highlighting the limitations of state protections, which are confined to state borders. The video emphasizes the advantages of federal filing, which offers nationwide protection, preventing others from using similar marks across the United States.

What are the two main methods for establishing trademark protections mentioned in the text?

How does state law provide trademark protection compared to federal law?

What limitation does state trademark protection have according to the text?

What advantage does federal filing provide for trademark protection?

What must a mark meet to receive protection under common law or statutory law?