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Lanham Act (Trademark Act of 1946)

Summary

The primary federal law in the United States governing trademarks, service marks, and unfair competition.

Rights & Rules

  • 01.
    Right to exclusive use of a registered mark in commerce
  • 02.
    Right to prevent others from using confusingly similar marks
  • 03.
    Right to sue for trademark infringement and dilution

Penalties

  • 01.
    Injunctive relief (court orders to stop use)
  • 02.
    Recovery of defendant's profits
  • 03.
    Actual damages and court costs
  • 04.
    Treble damages in cases of willful infringement

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