Trademarked Phrases: You’re fired
The TV show The Apprentice was one of the biggest hits in TV history. Billed as “the reality show where you don’t win a date, […]
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How to Trademark a Logo
Your logo is more than a piece of design; it is the visual representation of your brand and everything it stands for. It is the
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The Difference Between Copyright and Trademark Protection
Trademark vs copyright registration – what’s the difference? While both offer legal protections under the law, each protects different kinds of intellectual property. They actually
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Trademarked Colors
As you shop, go to a restaurant, or watch the delivery man drop off boxes at your home, you come into contact with many recognizable
How to Register a Trademark
If you want to protect your company’s brand and identity, trademark registration is essential. Many business owners (especially small businesses) put off filing an application
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Patent Trolls: The Complete Guide
We have one-time IBM patent lawyer Peter Detkin to thank for the phrase “patent troll.” In Detkin’s time, the phrase almost always referred to the
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Can You Register a Descriptive Trademark?
When you apply for a trademark, you want your mark to be as strong as possible. Having a strong and unique mark can make it
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Intent-To-Use Trademark Applications
Clients often ask if it’s possible to file a trademark application if they have not yet started doing business under the proposed trademark name. The
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How Long Does a Trademark Last?
After they have gone through the trademark process and possess a registered trademark, the most common question clients ask is, “How long does a trademark
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Kansas City Chiefs Trademarks
The National Football League has several outstanding teams in the AFC West division, including the Kansas City Chiefs. The team was founded in 1960 under
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Taylor Swift Trademarks
Taylor Swift exploded into national attention when her debut country music album reached the top 5 on the Billboard list in 2006. Since then, she
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How Long Does it Take to Get a Trademark?
The Quick Answer As soon as you start using your mark in commerce, you establish what is known as “Common Law Trademark Rights.” But in
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Trademark 101: How You Can Lose Your Trademark
Don’t let that trademark certificate fool you. It might declare that you own trademark rights to a logo or name, but you can lose those
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Developing Your Trademark Enforcement Plan
Once your trademark is registered with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), it is vitally important to take action against any potentially infringing
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Trademarks vs. Patents: What’s the Difference?
Most people have heard of both trademarks and patents, but most people don’t often know the difference between the two. Trademarks and patents share some
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7 Things You Need To Know About Protecting Your Trademark
If you aren’t careful about your trademark, it can cost you, both literally in the wallet, and mentally in stress and time. There are several
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