What is a Trademark?

A Trademark is a source identifier.  That is, it is a name, logo or combination of words and logo that is recognized as identifying a particular supplier of goods or services.  You see Trademarks every day:  Chevrolet®, Kodak®, Levis®, etc.  When you see them, you know who the goods or services come from.

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Dr. Thomas R. (Terry) Williamson III is a Patent Attorney practicing in Atlanta, Georgia.

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