From Kimono, through #KimOhNo, to Skims: A branding nightmare for Kim Kardashian
#KimOhNo became a symbol of the backlash to Kim Kardashian’s attempt to register a trademark for her new line of shape wear, Kimono.
Yes, there are maintenance fees associated with maintaining a registered trademark. Once your trademark is successfully registered, you will typically be required to pay renewal fees to keep the registration active and enjoy continued protection.
The frequency and amount of these maintenance fees can vary depending on the jurisdiction. In many countries, trademark registrations require renewal every 10 years, although some jurisdictions may have different renewal periods, such as 5 or 15 years. Each renewal period typically incurs a fee that needs to be paid to keep the trademark registration in force.
It's important to stay aware of the renewal deadlines and make timely payments for the maintenance fees. Failure to pay the required fees within the specified timeframe can result in the expiration or cancellation of your trademark registration, leaving it vulnerable to potential infringement.
What is the price for 2 or more trademark classes in the UK?
If someone's been using the name I'm trademarking for years, can they fight me for ownership?
Is it worth paying someone else to file my trademark for me?
I want to register an US trademark in one class; how much would that cost?
If the domain for a particular word is already taken, can I still register it as a trademark?
How much does adding a class to my JP trademark application cost?
Should I get a trademark when I start my business, or should I do it later?
Does the cost of trademark registration depend on the number of classes?
What is the risk of not registering a trademark before or right after starting my business?
How much does the length of the trademark registration process differ between countries?
When can I start using the trademark symbol on our products?
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