I like to say that, "America runs on contracts"! A little spoof of Dunkin's popular slogan lol... But it's true. Contracts are an essential part of every business transaction! That's why it's so crucial to draft a contract that accurately reflects the intentions of...
On May 9th, we learned that the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has VERY quietly released a proposal to increase their fees. The price is going up! We shared this news with our newsletter first. So you should sign up here!This price change is...
Since opening this Firm, I've dreamed of having an office space where I can proudly put our accomplishments on display. Like a parent sticking their child's artwork on the fridge. Or a trophy cabinet. And I thought this was a dream delayed due to the fact we're a...
If you're starting a business or launching a product/service, you've probably heard of both LLCs and trademarks. Both of these terms are essential for any business owner to understand, but they serve entirely different purposes! In today's post, we'll break down the...
In today's business landscape, trademarks are an essential aspect of any brand's identity. They provide consumers with a quick and easy way to identify a product or service, and they help businesses establish and protect their unique identities in the marketplace....
As an entrepreneur or business owner, I'm sure you can appreciate how important it is to protect your brand. Your brand is the identity of your business and it’s what sets you apart from your competitors! And if by now you haven't realized, one of the most effective...
Thanks to The TTABlog's latest blog post, I recently learned of the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board's (TTAB's) decision to uphold the United States Patent and Trademark Office's (USPTO's) refusal to register VETEMENTS as a trademark for various clothing items,...
Right now there’s a lot of buzz and debate surrounding all of the new AI (artificial intelligence) tools and technology like ChatGPT, Jasper, and more of the like. While many are excited at the possibilities of this new technology, others have expressed concern over...
Your company's trademark is one of your most valuable assets! It's what sets you apart from your competitors, builds brand recognition and trust, and is a crucial component of your marketing strategy. That's why it's essential to have a solid trademark management plan...
If you own a trademark, it's essential to protect it from infringement! Not only is it personally offensive, but trademark infringement can hurt your business in many ways, including damaging your reputation, reducing your sales, and causing a variety of legal issues....
MORAL: “Don’t adopt words that are descriptive of your business as trademarks! You may not like how close competitors can get”. This post has been updated. Please see update below. As a LOYAL and devoted customer of Sweetgreen, I frequently receive emails about all of...
I hear it SO often. You wouldn’t believe the amount of times that I speak with entrepreneurs who unknowingly have named their business after themselves without understanding the legal ramifications of doing so. And I can’t fault them from not knowing. There’s just not...
One of the biggest concerns for entrepreneurs is finances. And we get it. Money or lack thereof is the cause of so many business problems. Money can be the deciding factor between being proactive or procrastinating and praying for the best. 👀 That’s why our Firm is...
There’s a “science” behind business names that most entrepreneurs, brand experts, and business coaches ignore! And that’s trademark law. Seriously! Let me ask you this: When you’re starting a new business or brainstorming a new product, course, or event, what’s one of...
When Kim K. and Michael B. Jordan attempted to trademark “kimono” and “j’ouvert”, people were upset! But why? How do trademarks really work? What do they do? What are their culture significance? This article answers these questions, clearing up a VERY common misconception that owning a trademark means you own a word outright.
