Trademark Tee
If I have an idea that would make a great tee-shirt, should I file a patent, trademark or copyright?
I want to protect my rights to the entire shirt, which is just a shirt with words on it. Please cite your answer!
ok patents are out – there only really applicable when you have created a new technical development.
trademarks – if the words on the shirt are intended to be a trademark eg ‘just do it’ or ‘nike’ both trademarks of Nike then you can trademark the name / slogan in respect of t-shirts and clothing. If you want to get a trademark you need to apply to the registry and pay a fee. Until this time you can use the TM logo next to the words you wish to act as your trademark to alert others but it is illegal to use the r in a circle until it is registered.
copyright
This is probably your best intellectual property right as you automatically get copyright in an original material you have created (unless you are acting in your capacity as an employee). You do not need to pay any fees or fill forms to register it. In order to let people know it is copyrighted you can use the c in a circle sign.
If you need more information see www.patent.gov.uk, here you can find formms to register
Gee Tee Age – Trademark Dance
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