Katie Horrod, Author at Carter Bond Solicitors

Domain Names & Trade Marks

by Katie Horrod | Feb 19, 2016 | Trade marks

For many people there can be some confusion surrounding the terms trade mark and domain name, and this blog hopefully clarifies both terms as well as encourage startups and existing businesses to use companies with expertise in these areas. Will a trademark give you...

The International Trade Mark Registration Process – Infographic

by Katie Horrod | Feb 10, 2016 | Trade marks

If you are thinking about expanding your business to other countries, or run an online business that can be accessed by people all over the world, then you may want to think about protecting your brand with international trade marks. If your business isn’t protected,...

5 Useful Tips For Registering A Trade Mark In The UK – Part 2

by Katie Horrod | Feb 9, 2016 | Trade marks

This is a continuation of the the first part of 5 Useful Tips For Registering A Trade Mark In The UK. Read on for tips on how to register your trade mark in the UK. 3 – Prior searches Once you have a unique and distinctive mark, and prepared a list of goods and...

US Trade Mark Categories – Infographic

by Katie Horrod | Jan 29, 2016 | Trade marks

The process of registering a trade mark is different across the pond in the United States. Trade marks in the US are divided by categories, which are ranked by distinctiveness. This system allows the United States Patents and Trademarks Office (USPTO) to evaluate...

Understanding Trade Mark Classes

by Katie Horrod | Nov 24, 2015 | Trade marks

What is a Trade Mark? Briefly, a trade mark is a sign which can distinguish your goods/services from those of other traders. This can include: for example, words, logos, colours or a combination. Very often companies use their trade mark as a marketing tool, not only...