About 10 years ago I had an idea for a business. I found out there was a similar business with the name I wanted. I called a patent/trademark lawyer and he told me it wouldn't work. He said I'd get sued and I'd lose.
I just noticed yesterday that there is a new company with the same name doing what I originally wanted to do. Looks like the old company is gone.
This new company is in Canada. I found their Canadian trademark, but not a U.S. trademark.
If they don't have a trademark in the U.S. and don't do business here, could I trademark the same name for the same type business?
Any and all information is greatly appreciated.
I just noticed yesterday that there is a new company with the same name doing what I originally wanted to do. Looks like the old company is gone.
This new company is in Canada. I found their Canadian trademark, but not a U.S. trademark.
If they don't have a trademark in the U.S. and don't do business here, could I trademark the same name for the same type business?
Any and all information is greatly appreciated.