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Lanham Act (Trademark Act of 1946)

Summary

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

Rights & Rules

  • 01.
    The right to exclusive use of a registered mark in commerce.
  • 02.
    The right to prevent others from using confusingly similar marks.
  • 03.
    The right to sue for false advertising or trade libel.

Penalties

  • 01.
    Injunctions to stop the use of a mark.
  • 02.
    Defendant's profits, any damages sustained by the plaintiff, and the costs of the action.
  • 03.
    Treble damages (triple damages) in cases of intentional infringement.

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