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Patents vs. Copyrights vs. Trademarks vs. Trade Secrets: What Do You Really Need?
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Chat GPT and AI for Trademark Searching
You want to protect your business name and other intellectual property with a trademark - that’s the perfect place to start.
IP and brand recognition are two of the most important assets that your business has. That means that filing for trademarks where needed is essential! Before you file,...
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Top Reasons for a Refusal of Registration of Trademark
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What Is a Trademark Non-Use Cancellation and How Does It Impact Me?
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Can You Start a Business without a Trademark, and Is It a Good Idea?
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The Trademark Process and Cost: A Guide for the Frugal Business Owner
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Creators Ask: Why Trademark A Logo?
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Avoid NFT Trademark Infringement: What You Need To Know
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Top Things to Know About Trademarks and Social Media
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What Trademark Filing Fees Will You Have to Pay?
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Entrepreneur’s Guide to The Trademark Renewal Timeline
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Understanding the Amazon Brand Registry Requirements and Making Sure Your Trademark Passes
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Intellectual Property Protection Basics for Startups
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A Beginner’s Guide to Suggestive Trademark Application (with Examples!)
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A Beginner’s Guide to Arbitrary Trademark Application (with Examples!)
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A Beginner’s Guide to Fanciful Trademark Application (with Examples!)
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FAQ: Can I Change My Trademark Once It’s Registered?
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FAQ: How Do US Trademarks Work Internationally?
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US Trademark Process: Step by Step Walkthrough for Small Businesses
There are a lot of steps in the trademark process, the most exciting being filling out the application. But to increase your chances of having your trademark application approved, there is legwork that needs to be done before you complete the application.
In this article, we'll break down the process, step by step.
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Can I Trademark a Word or Phrase?
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US Trademark Requirements Part 2: Use in Commerce
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US Trademark Requirements Part 1: Distinctiveness
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Top 10 Questions to Ask a Trademark Attorney
A trademark attorney is essentially a licensed legal professional qualified to handle matters regarding trademark law. In the U.S., unlike other countries, the term “trademark attorney” is not strictly defined.
A trademark attorney is still considered a general legal professional and may, in fact, offer counsel regarding matters other...
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Trademark Symbol | Everything You Need to Know
As a consumer, you’re no doubt familiar with the ™ and/or ® symbols. Even if you don’t know what they mean exactly, you’ve probably seen them on enough brands and enough logos to know that they stand for something.
Although confusing, a trademark symbol is necessary. In the...
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FAQ: What is Trade Dress?
Trade dress is an area of trademark law that is often overlooked. Many business owners and entrepreneurs are familiar with copyrights and trademarks, but very few realize how valuable a trade dress can be in terms of protecting and defining their brand.
Trade dress capitalizes on the...