Trademarks
Take a few simple steps to safeguard your brand. See how trademarks can protect your logos, slogans, company name, and more.
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The Basics of Trademark Enforcement
We all have heard the saying, 'use it or lose it,' and that is precisely what will happen if you don't use and monitor your trademark. But what can you do when you discover trademark infringement? Find out more.
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11 Questions to Ask a Trademark Attorney
If you’re on the hunt for a trademark attorney, it’s important to determine if they’re a good fit for your business. Learn the best questions to ask a trademark attorney during the interview process to find the right person for the job.
· 8 min read
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How to Establish a Common Law Trademark
Wondering what kinds of protection a common law trademark provides and how it's different from a registered one? Look no further.
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What Are Common Law Trademark Rights?
Common law trademark rights are automatic protections that arise from actually using a trademark in commerce and it could complicate your path to trademark registration.
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What Is a Trademark?
A trademark is a legally protected symbol, word, or phrase that distinguishes your intellectual property from others. We'll cover everything you need to know about trademarks and how to get one.
· 9 min read
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Do I Need a Trademark Attorney?
If you’re wondering whether you need a trademark attorney, we have answers on how complicated the trademark application process can be and why you might want help.
· 11 min read
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The Value of a Trademark: What It Can Do for Your Business
The millions of dollars spent on advertising and marketing won’t matter much if a future customer is confused about what company is selling the product that they are interested in and buys a similar product from a different company than they intended.
· 4 min read
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When Is Unauthorized Use Not Trademark Infringement?
If you draw a Dallas Mavericks emblem on your husband's birthday cake or make a Shrek costume for your daughter, is it considered trademark infringement? That depends on if you're merely displaying the trademark or appear to be sponsoring it. But what's the difference?
· 4 min read
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Should I Trademark My Name?
Celebrities from Frank Sinatra to Beyonce have trademarked their famous names. Should you trademark your name too? Find out whether your name can be trademarked and what you’ll need to do.
· 4 min read
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Trademark a Business Name
Trademark registration can protect your business name. Find out how to get started with this easy-to-follow explanation of how the registration process works, how much it costs, how long it takes and more.
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