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trade dress for product packaging — absolutely ridiculous

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Looking for advice on a legal issue. Here's what happened.

trade dress for product packaging. I've been dealing with this for about 12 months now and the situation isn't improving.

I have already done some research online but did not get a clear answer.

Has anyone been through something similar? What worked for you?

Illustrative response

You could try handling it yourself but honestly a lawyer speeds things up 10x.

Illustrative response

Trademark registration takes 8-12 months right now. If you need immediate protection, common law trademark rights exist from the date you first use the mark in commerce. Registration just gives you additional benefits.

trade dress for product packaging — absolutely ridiculous

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