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Home » Genericness

Genericness

Posted by Osho Friends on Sep 24, 2014 in Genericness, Osho Trademarks | 0 comments

Genericness A word or phrase can only be a trademark if it is a “source-indicator” for one company. (See What is a trademark? for...

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