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A Trademark is a legally registered distinctive mark or sign which identifies goods, products or services that originate or are associated with a particular person or enterprise . A typical example of a trademark... more +
A Trademark is a legally registered distinctive mark or sign which identifies goods, products or services that originate or are associated with a particular person or enterprise . A typical example of a trademark would be a company's logo such as the Nike "Check" or McDonald's "Golden Arches."  less -
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The SOS of Online Sales: Selling Online Safely

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Selling goods or services online can be a challenge, as there are various legal issues to consider. Here are my top 10 recommendations for protecting your rights when using the internet as a tool for sales or licenses: 1....more

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Delaware Overhauls DBA Process

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On February 7, 2025, Delaware House Bill 40, which amends portions of the Delaware Code dealing with the registration of trade names (DBAs) in Delaware, was signed into law by Governor Matt Meyer. ...more

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Importance of Trademark Protection for Small Business Owners

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Small business owners should consider securing a federal trademark registration as a means of safeguarding their business identity and distinguishing themselves from competitors. Although you are not required to register a...more

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Trademarks: Essential Protection for Smaller Companies

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Trademarks play a crucial role in safeguarding the interests of smaller companies, Todd M. Nosher and Lucian C. Chen shed light on this vital topic in their latest video, emphasizing the importance of early trademark...more

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French-language requirements in Québec: Publication of the Draft Regulation to amend mainly the Regulation respecting the language...

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On January 10, 2024, the Regulation to amend mainly the Regulation respecting the language of commerce and business (Draft Regulation) was published in the Gazette Officielle du Québec. The Draft Regulation was eagerly...more

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How Fast Can I Franchise? Hold On a Minute

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Are you a small business owner who has considered franchising your business? Franchising can be a great way to expand your company's physical presence, grow your revenue, and increase your brand recognition....more

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USPTO Trademark Webinars For Small Businesses

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Throughout this summer, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is offering its series of virtual webinars dubbed “Trademark Basics Boot Camp.” The series appears to be tailored to small business owners and...more

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Getting Women Back To Work: Top 5 Tips For New Entrepreneurs

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So far during the pandemic, around 2.4 million women have left the workforce, numbers much higher than men. Yet, in a small silver lining, there have been a record number of new business applications filed across the...more

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Female Owned Fashion Businesses: From Your Garage To A Thriving Business, How To Start Building Your Dream

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Hashtags for women entrepreneurs and female owned business are becoming more prominent. Tag lines such as “Mom-preneur” #girlpreneur #womenceo, #girlboss #solopreneur #entreprenuerher abound in social media posts in the...more

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The Importance of Federally Registering Your Company’s Trademark

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Pursuing the registration of a federal trademark or service mark with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”) is among one of the most advantageous and essential first steps for any new business owner. ...more

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Making Every Dollar Count: Should Startups and Small Businesses Register Their Trademarks?

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How important is reputation in your line of work? What is it worth? Does it matter that others associate your company with consistently high-quality goods or services? That your company represents a strong value-add...more

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USPTO Implements Pilot Program for COVID-19 Impacted Inventors and Small Businesses

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The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is implementing a COVID-19 Prioritized Examination Pilot Program for small and micro entities. The program is intended to help independent inventors and small businesses...more

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USPTO Launches Patents 4 Partnerships Platform to Aid in Coronavirus Response

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On May 4, 2020, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) launched its new online marketplace platform – Patents 4 Partnerships. The purpose of the Patents 4 Partnerships program is to provide a database of...more

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IP Opportunities and Options for Small and Startup Businesses

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Business owners and founders face a mountain of decisions and needs in the early days of their company. Infrastructure, supply chains and personnel issues often attract the lion’s share of attention, in part because of their...more

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Food & Beverage Litigation Update | August 2017 #3

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As plant-based beverages appear on more store shelves, the definition of “milk” has become the center of a dispute involving legislatures, regulators, litigators and industry groups. Shook Partners Katie Gates Calderon and...more

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Checklists for Small Business Corporate Housekeeping

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It’s spring and it seems like a good time to make sure your corporate records, documents, and information are in order. We’ve had several blog posts recently about getting ready to sell your company. One of the key pieces in...more

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[Event] PEDC Training: IP Blunders and How to Avoid Them - Oct. 6th, McLean, VA

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On Oct. 6, Intellectual Property attorney Josh Brady will deliver a two-hour hands-on training session on how to recognize potential IP blunders and plot a course to avoid them. This will be the first in a series of IP...more

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Individual Inventor Alleges Eli Lilly and BDA Overdosed on Patented Dosage Adherence Tool

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In the latest chapter of a year-long battle between an individual inventor and two companies, Lisa Duer (“Duer”), a resident of Woodstock, Georgia, filed her Third Amended Complaint alleging patent infringement, trademark...more

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Legal Considerations for Web Based Start-Ups

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Mobile Internet usage is predicted to grow faster in the next few years, making online or web based businesses great opportunities. A leading forecaster found that global mobile internet usage leapt from 14 percent to 25...more

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Legal Considerations for Web-Based Start-Ups

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Evridiki (Vicki) Dallas covers issues related to: - Choice of legal entity; Founder’s Shares and agreements; Stock Option Plans - Trademark/Copyright/URL and other IP Concerns - Data Privacy - Website...more

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8 Legal To-Dos Before Your First Investment

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So, you’re about to raise money for the first time. Good luck! Before you start approaching VC firms for pitch opportunities, though, be aware that investors typically expect a certain amount of organization and structure...more

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Neglecting Trademark Protection Could Be a Costly Mistake

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So you’ve formed a new company, launched a new product/service offering, added a new feature to an existing offering, or maybe your company has been doing business and offering products/services for a while now but you still...more

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5 Trademark Questions Answered by a Trademark Attorney with Small- and Medium-Sized Businesses in Mind

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Q: I'm starting a new business and I have chosen a name. What do I need to keep in mind in order to protect the name of my business? A: First, you should check with your state's business entity registration office to...more

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Trademarks 101: Avoiding Common Mistakes

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Many entrepreneurs and small businesses try to handle their intellectual property (in this case, trademarks) independently. While this works in some circumstances, entrepreneurs and small businesses often make the same...more

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What Does Intellectual Property Mean to a Small Business?

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Intellectual property is “inventions of the mind:” inventions, literary and artistic works, and symbols, names, images, and designs used in commerce to identify the owner as a source of goods or services. But what does this...more

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