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ARTICLE · 04 JULY 2024

Trademark Scammers On The Rise

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Scams and schemers have been part of recorded history since at least 300 BC, according to multiple sources including Experien and Moody's.

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Scams and schemers have been part of recorded history since at least 300 BC, according to multiple sources including Experien and Moody's. Scams keep working, continuing to evolve. And in our current, modern world, trademark registration hoaxes are on an uptick.

The Better Business Bureau recently issued a Scam Alert concerning patent and trademark renewals that target business owners. These fake emails warn companies that another organization is trying to register under the business's name—and if the organization fails to respond within 24 hours (or 48 to 72 hours), it will forfeit its legal rights to its brand name. The email urgently threatens the email recipient that it could pay substantial financial damages and face lawsuits costing up to $750,000. The scammer often sends repeat "warning emails."

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Originally published by the New York Legal Ethics Reporter

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This alert provides general coverage of its subject area. We provide it with the understanding that Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz is not engaged herein in rendering legal advice, and shall not be liable for any damages resulting from any error, inaccuracy, or omission. Our attorneys practice law only in jurisdictions in which they are properly authorized to do so. We do not seek to represent clients in other jurisdictions.

www.fkks.com

This alert provides general coverage of its subject area. We provide it with the understanding that Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz is not engaged herein in rendering legal advice, and shall not be liable for any damages resulting from any error, inaccuracy, or omission. Our attorneys practice law only in jurisdictions in which they are properly authorized to do so. We do not seek to represent clients in other jurisdictions.

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