The trademark selection process can be daunting. There are multiple business, marketing, and legal considerations that can often conflict. Whether an established business is selecting a trademark for a new product launch or a start-up is adopting its first trademark to define its brand identity, it is important to be proactive and adopt best practices. Doing so can help secure …
With the ease of access to content over the internet, creators (“authors”) find importance in obtaining intellectual property protection in the United States and abroad. Copyright laws are national in nature. This means that whether protection is afforded to a work is generally dependent on the laws of the territory in which protection is sought. However, there are a number …
It is a common belief among prospective business owners that because a business name is available for registration with the relevant Department of State, that name is free and clear for use generally. This is a misconception. The Department of State in any state allows formation of a business entity as long as there is no other entity with a …
