5 Things That Could Get Your Trademark Application Rejected

Trademarks are an important part of a business. You want your company to stand out as unique. That includes not only the name of the business but also your unique logo. As a result, it’s a good idea to trademark some of your branding content. However, this isn’t always as straightforward as it sounds. Just […]

3 Reasons You Need to Consider Trademarking Your Logo and Company Name

Perhaps you are running a small, local business and never intend to turn it into a global corporation. Does that mean you should forget about trademarks? Absolutely not! Trademarks are beneficial for businesses of any size. Here are a few reasons why. #1 Trademarks Constitute a Company Asset If you ever sell your business, your […]

Intellectual Property Is the Lifeblood of Your Business

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What is intellectual property? Basically, this term refers to any creative ideas an individual comes up with. From a written document to a new invention or a software application, intellectual property spans the entire range of creative and artistic works. Why is intellectual property so important to your business? This is what gives you a […]

Small Business Legal Playbook|Play #10: “The Trademark”

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Welcome back to another week of the Small Business Legal Playbook! Play 10 is titled “The Trademark.” A lot of great ideas for prospective businesses come through my door, and many of them base their first business plans on a trademark. Securing that trademark is considered one of the first steps to success. Of the […]

What’s in a name? Naming your San Diego business

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Some of today’s blog post will pertain specifically to San Diego businesses. The rest will be important to all potential small business owners, regardless of where in the US their business is located. One of the first ideas an entrepreneur comes up with is what the name of their business is going to be. It’s […]