When using IP accelerator is it common to pay the £500 fee to register a trademark, then get an objection and be £500 down with nothing to show at the end of the day?
Yes, when using IP Accelerator, it is possible to pay the £500 trademark registration fee and still face objections, which could result in losing the money without securing the trademark. Objections can arise due to conflicts with existing trademarks, issues with the distinctiveness of your brand name, or errors in the application. While Amazon grants early Brand Registry access through IP Accelerator, this does not guarantee final trademark approval. To minimize risks, it’s best to conduct a thorough trademark search before applying or consult with an IP attorney to assess potential objections.
When using the Intellectual Property (IP) Accelerator, the £500 fee is typically just for the initial registration process to help you fast-track your trademark application.
However, this doesn’t guarantee that your trademark will be approved without issues.
If an objection arises after you’ve paid the fee, the situation can be a bit tricky. You might be faced with additional costs to address the objection and move forward with the application. While it’s not common to end up with “nothing to show” if you’ve followed the right process and met the requirements, it can happen in some cases.
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