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One question I get asked as a trademark lawyer all the time is, “Ethan, if I own my business name or I own the domain name, don’t I own trademark rights?” And the answer is no, hard no. What do I mean by that? Let’s say that you open up a business in Florida and […]
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When it comes to running a business, every dollar matters. Trust me, I know. As a social media and trademark attorney, I run this law firm myself. So you’re probably thinking to yourself, “What is the value of having a trademark?” Meaning, “Is it going to be worth it to shell out a little bit […]
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So, you own or run a business. You must have a trademark over your name and logo, right? No? You don’t? What are you thinking?! As a trademark lawyer, I can imagine what you’re probably thinking: you’re thinking, “Why do I need a trademark? I’ve got a business I’m running, I’m making sales, making money. […]
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When you think about working with a trademark attorney to apply for a trademark for your business, you probably imagine a giant legal bill looming overhead. Well, I’m happy to tell you that this isn’t the case. In fact, applying for a trademark is probably less than you think. If you work with an […]
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As a business owner, you’re always trying to cut costs and improve the bottom line. So, when companies like Legal Zoom offer cheap services to apply for a trademark instead of using a trademark law firm, it seems like a no-brainer. Well, you might want to think again. To start with, Legal Zoom is […]
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Getting a trademark for your company name sounds like a major undertaking for busy business owners. As an experienced trademark attorney, I’m here to tell you that it’s easier than you think. In fact, it’s just three steps: Have your trademark lawyer run a trademark search to see if anyone else is using your […]
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You didn’t get a trademark for your business, and now someone else is using your name. Now you’re wondering if there’s anything you can do. Luckily, there might be. By working with a trademark law firm, you can find out if you can still apply for trademark protection for your brand. Before you start, there […]
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As a trademark attorney, I’ve noticed a common misconception that I’d like to clear up. Just because you registered your business name with the state and own a domain, it doesn’t mean you have trademark rights. Shocking, I know, but unless you apply for a trademark and your application is accepted, you’re a sitting duck […]
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If you’ve been in business for years without having a trademark for your brand name or logo, you may be wondering if you really need it now. As a trademark attorney, my answer is absolutely! The last thing you want is for another business to pop up and steal your name. Not only could this […]
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When it comes to your business, you want to protect your brand, but you’re also concerned about the bottom line. Makes sense to me. When I founded The Social Media Law Firm, I know I weighed the pros and cons of every investment. When it came to applying for a trademark, the choice was automatic […]
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