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bell
27th February 2006, 11:23
I am helping a friend launch a little veture which will sell t-shirtrs bearing a humerous slogun and design. It's totally low end of the market and different from what I usually do...but as the whole thing put a smile on even my face I think it might actually be quite good....actually it reminded me how nice it is to laugh at silly things once in a while. I wondered if anyone knows whether a slogun or catch phrase can be protected in anyway, no massive budget so maybe we will just have to buy the domain name and hope for the best.
WakingDragon
27th February 2006, 11:35
You can trademark a slogan and/or name. I believe it costs around 200 quid in fees. The leve of protection that will provide you will depend on what the wording is and what it applies to.
Eagle
27th February 2006, 16:19
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Have a chat with Phil or Alex at www.crossguard.info. :)
VeryMark
6th March 2006, 22:44
Yes, some slogans can be protected by trade mark registration.
Call me if you need further advice.
profitxchange
7th March 2006, 14:39
there is lots of good info on the Patent office website, I beleive you can also talk to someone which is always helpful
VeryMark
7th March 2006, 14:55
This topic has previously been discussed on the forums - see http://www.ukbusinessforums.co.uk/ftopic8560.php&highlight=slogan
Our website at www.crossguard.info also contains a lot of free info.
Incidentally, the Patent Office are not allowed to give legal advice on any particular matter.
refreshious
7th March 2006, 15:36
According to a book, it was £30?
VeryMark
7th March 2006, 15:46
What was £30?
The official fee for filing a UK trade mark application in one class is £200 for 10 years protection and we charge the same for our work in advising on, preparing, filing and reporting the application.
Compared on an annual basis, it works out as less than your house insurance.
refreshious
7th March 2006, 16:01
What was £30?
The official fee for filing a UK trade mark application in one class is £200 for 10 years protection and we charge the same for our work in advising on, preparing, filing and reporting the application.
Compared on an annual basis, it works out as less than your house insurance.
Just something I read in Beermat Entrepreneur (or was it that Dragons Den book?). I'll check again.