Common Trade Mark Law (CTML)

Common Trade Mark Law (CTML) governs the legal rights attached to trademarks—distinctive symbols, names, or logos that identify and distinguish products or services. It protects businesses from others using confusingly similar marks, ensuring consumers can reliably recognize the source of goods. Under CTML, ownership rights are established through registration and genuine use, allowing trademark holders to prevent unauthorized use, enforce their rights through legal actions, and maintain the mark’s integrity. Essentially, CTML helps businesses safeguard their brand identity and maintain consumer trust by maintaining clear, consistent branding signals in the marketplace.