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The difference between registering your business with the state, a URL or website, and a trademark
Launching a startup can sometimes feel like walking through a minefield. There are so many things to think about and so many costly mistakes waiting...
Do You Have to Pay Someone to put Their Quote on Your Product
You may have heard an appalling number in the news indicating how much “Brand X” paid a celebrity to use their image or signature quote...
Trademarks & Brands
One of the important steps in building a business is considering what brand or name you will use to promote and identify the product. But...
Cost to Trademark a Name
Trademarks are a valuable part of a business, including trademarking your company name or brand name. They provide a brand behind which you can position...
What does a trademark cost?
Sometimes, the simplest questions require the most complex answers. For example, the question “How much does a trademark cost?” is actually quite difficult to answer...
Frequently asked questions about trademarks
While there are no hard deadlines for filing for a trademark, you should apply for a trademark as soon as possible to avoid others copying...
Common mistakes businesses make with trademarks
If your business is all about its brand and reputation, trademarks can be an important way to protect the brand of your business. If you...
How long does it take to get a trademark?
On average it takes about 1 year from start to finish. Every trademark case differs and depends on a number of issues, such as whether...
How long does a trademark last?
A trademark owner does not own a word or an image. Rather, the trademark owner owns the use of the mark to identify the source...