What is a dead trademark?

A dead trademark refers to a trademark that is no longer in use or has been abandoned by its owner. This can happen for a variety of reasons, such as the trademark owner going out of business, not renewing their registration, or simply deciding to stop using the trademark.

Once a trademark becomes dead, it is available for others to potentially use or register. However, it is important to note that even if a trademark is dead, it may still have some residual legal protection or rights associated with it.

It is always recommended to conduct a thorough trademark search before using or attempting to register a dead trademark to ensure that there are no lingering legal issues or conflicts.