I know that one of your greatest entrepreneurial fears is having your business idea stolen while presenting it for licensing or partnership. It is one of mine! It is crucial for you to get out into the world and share your business ideas with possible investors, partners, and companies. Tons of powerful business ideas and products NEVER come to market because their ... Read More
Patents
Differences Between Trademark (TM) and Registered Trademark (R)
You, like many of my small business clients, are wondering what is the difference between a trademark (TM) and a registered trademark (R) - and which is right for your business. Be aware that there ARE substantial differences between these two types of trademarks that business owners need to know to properly protect their brands, company names from competitor ... Read More
Review Legalzoom Trademark Registration and Search Packages
Considering getting a Federal Trademark for your business logo or company name to protect your intellectual property? Should you hire a law firm or is it a good idea to use the online legal service such as Legalzoom? LegalZoom trademark registration: file for the exclusive rights to a name, slogan or symbol that identifies your business or brand. Legalzoom Trademark ... Read More
FAQ: Trademarks Your Questions Answered
Here are questions about trademarks that my small business clients often ask. If you considering getting a trademark registered -your logo or company name - first read my detailed review of Legalzoom trademark services. Are trademarks amortized? No, because the US Patent and Trademark office renews your trademark every 10 years it does not become obsolete – or of ... Read More
Legalzoom Patents Review: Search, Application Costs and FAQ
Protect your Business Ideas and Inventions, Your Intellectual Property, with Patents - Provisional, Patent Pending, Design, and Utility. As an entrepreneur, your ideas, designs, processes, and inventions are valuable assets. As with all valuables you want to protect them from theft and damage. To safeguard your property that is not physical but intellectual, you can ... Read More