Can I Use a Dead or Abandoned Trademark? So what’s the deal…Can I use a dead, canceled, or abandoned trademarks? Like everything else in law, it depends! First things first. You’ll want to conduct a search of the US Patent and Trademark...
Things You Can’t Trademark I get asked a lot of questions around trademarks, so I thought I’d start a “mini-series” if you will, to help answer some of them. The first thing we’re going to talk about is things you can’t trademark. There are a lot of concepts...
Independent Contractor Agreements Independent contractor agreements are important for anybody who runs a business, performs services for others, or works with outside service providers. If you work or perform a service for another person or business, and you are not...
Intent to Use Trademark Applications An intent to use trademark application can help to protect your business’s brand before the business has even started. Intellectual property is a very valuable asset for many businesses. Intellectual property is your...
How to Dissolve an LLC Here are a few of the important steps to dissolve an LLC: Check the Operating Agreement. Most Operating Agreements will describe the process that needs to be taken to dissolve the LLC. The Operating Agreement will how, when, and the process by...
DUNS Numbers What are DUNS numbers? And does your business need one? A DUNS number is a unique 9-digit identification number that is issued by Dun & Bradstreet. Businesses are not required to obtain a DUNS number, though it may be beneficial for some. Establish...
How to Fill Out a W9 If you perform any work as an independent contractor, you will undoubtedly be asked to provide customers with a W9. Businesses are required to submit a form 1099-MISC for contractors that have been paid $600 or more during the year. The contractor...
Does My LLC Need an Operating Agreement? When it comes to starting a business, a common question that I hear is, “does my LLC need an Operating Agreement?” As with most things when it comes to the law, the answer to the question is: it depends! The...
How to Establish Business Credit Establishing business credit can be an important factor to many new and growing businesses. Here are a few tips for establishing, building, or improving your business credit. Start with your personal credit. The most important factor...
Warranty Deed v. Special Warranty Deed v. Quitclaim Deed Warranty Deed A warranty deed provides certain assurances and protection for the Grantee (the person/entity receiving the property). Transferring a property with a warranty deed means that the Grantor (the...
