Reasons for USPTO Rejection of a Trademark

The video explains why the Trademark Office might reject a trademark application. It covers the need for distinctiveness, issues with similarity to existing marks, prohibited symbols, and infringement. It also discusses descriptive marks lacking secondary meaning and how marks can become generic over time, losing protection.

What is a common reason for the rejection of a trademark application by the Trademark Office?

• The mark is too similar to an existing registered mark.

• The mark is too expensive to register.

• The mark is too short.

• The mark is too colorful.

Why might a trademark be rejected if it includes certain symbols or designs?

• Because it might be too artistic.

• Because it could infringe on existing intellectual property rights.

• Because it might be too complex.

• Because it could be too simple.

What must a descriptive mark demonstrate to avoid rejection?

• A complex design.

• A high registration fee.

• Sufficient secondary meaning.

• A unique color scheme.

What happens when a trademark becomes generic over time?

• It may be rejected by the Trademark Office.

• It is protected forever.

• It is automatically renewed.

• It becomes more valuable.

Which of the following is an example of a trademark that risked becoming generic?

• Apple

• Google

• Coca-Cola

• Nike