Trademark managementThe whole truth and nothing but the truth

The consequences of an applicant orregistrant making a materialmisrepresentation of fact before the USPatent and Trademark Office that it knew orshould have known was false or misleadingcan be severe. If proven, the applicationor registration will be deemed void in itsentirety. Thus, a clear understanding ofboth how to avoid a claim of fraud andhow to deal with potentially problematicapplications or registrations is imperativefor any trademark professional