Beware of Misleading Unsolicited Emails Regarding Trademark Renewal
Recently, we have been made aware of an increasing number of misleading emails being sent to trademark owners, including our valued clients. These emails typically claim that a trademark has expired and offer to rectify the situation for a fee. Often sent by companies unrelated to us, their intent is to alarm recipients into seeking their services under false pretenses.
The content of these emails is often unprofessional, and their sole aim is to acquire business through misinformation. For example, we’ve observed instances where clients are misled into believing that Trademark Eagle has allowed their trademark to expire. Upon investigation, such claims were found to involve duplicate registrations arising from Brexit. In these cases, the original UK trademark remained valid, making the duplicate unnecessary.
Another tactic used by these organizations is to contact trademark owners with unsolicited and often inaccurate information about the enforcement or protection of their trademarks. This is designed to undermine your confidence in the management of your intellectual property (IP).
Our Advice
If you receive such emails:
- Do not engage with the sender.
- Forward the email to us immediately so we can review the matter and advise you accordingly.
Rest assured that your trademark protection and enforcement are our top priorities. As managers of your IP portfolio, we utilize robust systems to monitor your trademarks, ensuring renewals and other actions are handled promptly. We will always communicate with you directly when any action is required and provide complete transparency regarding associated fees.
Our Expertise
At Trademark Eagle, we offer a wide range of trademark services to support and protect your brand. Our experienced team includes:
- Rosario Valdez Knight, qualified solicitor and In-House Counsel to Trademark Eagle
- Matthew Hiscox, Chartered Trademark Attorney
We are here to answer any questions about safeguarding and enforcing your intellectual property rights.
If you receive any unsolicited emails claiming your trademark has expired, requires renewal, or needs attention in any other way, and these emails are not from Trademark Eagle, please contact us immediately.
Your brand’s protection is in trusted hands with Trademark Eagle.
For guidance on renewing your trademark, please visit this link.
