What is classed as usage

[MUSSO]

what is classed as usage of a trademark
is it refiling after 5 years? or does the
registered owner have to actually conduct
business to class as usage.
also if that company is outside the US
and does not conduct business in US
can they still hold on to a trademark

 

[hexeliebe]

It depends

what is classed as usage of a trademark

a letterhead is usage, as is the sign outside the main office or shop.

is it refiling after 5 years? or does the
registered owner have to actually conduct
business to class as usage

It could also be simply using the trademark to register the trademark.

QUOTE]if that company is outside the US
and does not conduct business in US
can they still hold on to a trademark[/QUOTE]

Yes, a trademark does not distinguish borders. That's why you can't register BMW in the U.S.