Category: Trademark Protection

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How to Protect Your Trademark in the Internet of Things Industry

With the rise of the Internet of Things industry, which includes physical objects that connect to the internet and interact with other things, it is becoming more and more important for companies to understand the proper use and application of trademarks. There are two main things to consider when you’re developing and launching your own product in this industry. 1. […]

How To's, International, Trademark Protection

5 Steps to Protecting Your Trademark Internationally

The protections you receive as a U.S. trademark owner are a valuable asset to your business. However, it is important to know that those protections only apply to trademark disputes within the United States. Whether your retail store reaches customers in Europe or you plan to manufacture products in Asia, it is time to consider protecting your trademark internationally. These […]

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How to Protect the Name of Your Crowdfunded Product

With so many businesses raising funds for new products through crowdfunding sites like Kickstarter, Indiegogo, and GoFundMe, it is important to understand the process required to protect the name of your product before you launch. Below are four important steps to follow when considering to trademark your company or product name. 1. Run a trademark search and risk analysis […]

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How to Protect Your Trademark: 6 Defined Strategies

Your trademark is a valuable asset to your business. It represents your brand and distinguishes you from your competitors. The legal rights that come with having a registered trademark are essential to your long-lasting success in the marketplace. Consider how to protect your trademark with these 6 strategies. Choose a Strong Mark from the Start Your trademark is often the first […]

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How to Protect Product Packaging using Copyrights, Design Patents, and Trade Dress

Many business owners know that names, slogans, and logo can act as trademarks and can give the owner exclusive rights to use that phrase in connection with their products and services. But how can business owners protect the design and look of their product or product packaging to stop competitors from making similar packaging? Protecting the “look and feel” of a […]

How To's, Industries, Toy Brands, Trademark Protection

How to Protect Your Board Game Trademarks

In today’s digital world, board games are still thriving. There has been a boom in the board game industry over the past ten years and with new funding streams as well as a growing consumer base, the board game industry looks to continue its renaissance. At the heart of the boom has been new game designers and companies exploring new […]

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How to Protect Your Marijuana Brands and Trademarks

Brand protection should be one of the highest priorities for both new and existing businesses. But what happens when the product that you are selling is legal in your state, but illegal at a federal level? As more and more states legalize recreational and medical marijuana, it seems like the nationwide approval of marijuana and cannabis-derived product sales is inevitable. […]

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Protecting the Brands of Video, TV and Movie Production Companies

Production companies for television and movies often use short animations to represent their companies. These are typically called production logos or vanity cards. Many of the production logos have become instantly recognizable. Whether it’s Disney’s animation of a star slowly arching over the Disney castle as “When You Wish Upon a Star” plays, or the iconic roaring of a live […]

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How to Stop Counterfeits at the Border: Recording Your Trademark with Customs and Border Protection

The U.S. Customs and Border Protection division of the Department of Homeland Security has a program that allows U.S. trademark registration owners to provide information to border agents to identify and stop counterfeit goods from entering the country. This program, called the Intellectual Property Rights e-Recordation program, can give brand owners a powerful shield against counterfeiters. If a US trademark […]

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How to Protect Your Brand Through Trademark Registration

As an entrepreneur, you understand the importance of establishing a strong brand—one that will create interest early on and eventually develop into an avenue for building customer loyalty and longevity in the industry. While establishing your brand is important, determining how to protect your brand is just as essential. One of the most overlooked, though essential, factors is utilizing federal […]

Construction, How To's, Industries, Trademark Protection

How To Protect the Brand Name of Your Engineering Firm

HAVE QUESTIONS? Our attorneys can work with engineering firms to protect their names. We offer free consultations on trademark and copyright issues. Contact Us! Engineering innovations surround our day-to-day lives and providing those innovations to others can be one of the most fulfilling (and challenging) careers. While many engineers work for top corporations like Boeing, many decide to stake their […]

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How to Meet the “Commercial Use” Requirement For an App Trademark

Did you know? Cloud software and “software-as-a-service” are in a different category (called a “class”) then downloadable software? Contact one of our trademark attorneys, if you need help. Contact Our Attorneys Having a strong, protectable trademark for your app is essential for a successful launch in today’s cutthroat mobile industry. There are millions of apps in the Apple App Store, […]