Should You Trademark Your Blog Name?
A question I hear more and more frequently: “Should you trademark your blog name?” There are a few ways of thinking about this question. Think …
The Trademark Application Process
Completing the trademark application might seem like an end. You’ve performed research and have settled on a strong mark that will serve your business and …
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 …
Restaurant Trademarks: A Brief Breakdown
Opening a new restaurant can be akin to descending into madness. On your restaurant launch list, there’s probably a million things to do, and registering a trademark …
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 …
Legal Ways People Can Steal Your Intellectual Property
Granted, the title above is oxymoronic (just to be clear, stealing is illegal), but it does point to an important truth. Even after your trademark …
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Common Mistakes When Registering a Trademark
The trademark registration process is not necessarily a complex one. At the same time, it is not an easy one. Many laws and requirements stand …
How To Develop Your Trademark Protection and 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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Common Misconceptions About Trademarking a Name
When it comes to trademarking a name, the only stupid questions are the ones that you don’t ask. Unfortunately, this is something far too few …
Should You File for a Trademark before Your Product Is Market-Ready?
When is the best time to file a trademark application? For young businesses that haven’t yet broken into the market, registering a trademark may seem …
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How Long Does a Trademark Last?
After they have gone through the trademark process and possess a federal registration, the most common question clients ask is, “How long does a trademark …
Trademark or Service Mark: What’s the Difference?
What is a Service Mark? In plain English: A service mark (or servicemark) is a word, phrase, symbol or logo that is used to brand, …
Do I Need a Trademark Attorney?
If you ask an attorney whether you need an attorney, what answer would you expect? The answer might surprise you. When applying for a federal trademark, …
How To Establish a Trademark: Common Law Trademark Rights
If you run a business but haven’t gotten around to filing a federal trademark application to protect your intellectual property, you may not have to …
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Do I Need to Trademark My Business Name?
All businesses benefit from trademark registration. However, does it follow that all businesses should trademark their names? In many instances yes, companies should trademark their names …
How Much Does it Cost to Trademark a Name?
Probably the most common question that I get from prospective clients is: “How much does it cost to trademark a name?” At the Law Office …