Trademarks are all around us. Whether we notice them on the bottom of a mug, on our clothing, or on our electronics, there is no doubt that trademarks are an essential part of the American economic system. Though they may seem foreign to you, trademarks are the backbone of innovation. They ensure that inventors and businesses are rewarded for unique designs and creations and keep profits in the pockets of individuals who deserve them. When […]

Trademark law is a unique facet of the legal system. Though trademarks affect nearly every part of our lives, most people take them for granted. This is because the burden of worrying about protecting intellectual property and invention falls to the business or creator, not the customer. There are many trademark categories. In fact, a product can fall within one of 45 different classes of trademarks, often making it complicated to know where to begin. […]

Are you interested in creating a new footwear brand? Starting your own business can be incredibly rewarding, but it is essential to understand the legal responsibilities that come with creating an entirely new brand of products. Footwear is a highly competitive industry, but there is a great deal of promise for aspiring business owners who are interested in entering the market. If you want to sell a new brand of footwear, you will need to […]

Obtaining the appropriate trademark registration for your business is the best way to protect your enterprise and prevent others from unethically capitalizing on your brand image and hard work. Any individual or business who wishes to commercially sell a product will need to obtain a trademark for that product to prevent imitations, illegal sales, and other scams that can hurt the owner’s image. If you are starting a new brand of fitness goods, it’s essential […]

For those ready to invest in growing their brand, a trademark is almost a requirement. Goods and services without a trademark can be copied or impersonated—actions which can go unpunished without documented legal protections. This is true for every industry, including sporting goods. How do I get a Sporting Goods Trademark? The process of getting a sporting goods trademark is largely similar to any other trademark. You can receive one through the USPTO. The difference […]

If you are a business owner and use a material in the creation of goods and services that is unique to your brand, getting a trademark is essential. A trademark protects you from the legal difficulties that can arise when doing business without one—conflicts with existing businesses, lawsuits, fines, and more—and it’s one of the first things you should do when starting a company. Process of Getting a Building Materials Trademark No matter what kind […]

Getting a trademark for your business is a surefire way to protect and legally guard a product or service unique to your brand. Anyone who wants to commercially sell a product will want to receive a trademark for it to protect themselves from copycats, illegal distribution, and other various forms of brand scamming or slandering that may happen. The process for all trademarks is largely the same. There are, in total, five steps to receiving […]

If you are looking into selling craft spirits, it is likely that you will want to get a trademark for your uniquely crafted spirit. Craft spirits trademarks are practically required to commercially sell a product. A trademark protects the brand name or logo that you have associated with the craft spirit, to prevent resaleor falsification, and otherwise protects your brand identity that is linked to your company and your services. To protect your brand and […]

Craft beer has become a popular trend across the United States, and millions of microbreweries and independent beermakers have been releasing unique craft beers to fulfill the increase in demand. Some are only sold locally while others gain nationwide acclaim through various distribution channels, and craft beer enthusiasts would argue that all craft brews are not created the same. If you are interested in starting a brewery and producing your own craft beer, you should […]