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I should explain that the product itself is not an original creation, just the design/style as well as the style name (think Nissan ROGUE). The general product itself however is sold by many home/garden retailers (think of a cupola on the top of a house as an example). Given that design patents are not cheap, and I am currently actively selling my unique styles, what are the easiest ways to protect from copycat manufacturers making the same design, as well as protecting the individual unique names of the product styles as well?
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Design patents are in fact relatively cheap - particularly when compared to non-provisional utility patents. The preparation costs, the filing fee, and the issue fee are all substantially less. As for your names, you need TM protection - view all of this from the perspective of an investment in your company or business.
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