The USPTO's renewal audit program ensures that every item listed in a trademark renewal application is actively being sold in connection with the trademark.
What happens when you submit a trademark renewal?
1. You sign a sworn statement that you are using the trademark for all the goods and services you listed in your application.
2. The USPTO randomly issues audits.
3. If you are not offering all products/services, you fail the audit and risk cancelation of registration.
4. It is advised to update your offering during the renewals process to avoid any additional costs associated with failing an audit.
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Founded in 2008, Gerben Law Firm PLLC is a boutique Washington, DC based trademark, copyright and patent law firm. We currently serves clients in all 50 states and from over 30 countries around the world. Founder Josh Gerben opened the firm with the goal of providing big-firm quality legal services to businesses and individuals at affordable prices. In furtherance of this goal, the firm has obtained more than 5,500 trademark registrations for its clients since opening, and has been involved in over 500 trademark enforcement and defense matters.
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