Ever heard the term “Service Mark?” It’s likely that you’ve heard of a “trademark” before, and you’ve probably seen a “TM” symbol on logos or business names out and about. But what about that strange “SM” symbol...
Despite the fact that cannabis has been legalized for medical and recreational use in many states, it’s still not legal under federal law. The United States Patent and Trademark Office (the USPTO) will not register trademarks for goods or services that violate the...
Social media users today don’t want to be bothered by traditional advertising. If they see something even remotely resembling a sales pitch, they’ll swipe left in the blink of an eye. Instead, brands are turning to influencers for their marketing needs. After all,...
Ninety-seven percent of consumers search for a business online before making a purchasing decision. That means that if your business doesn’t have a web presence, you’re missing out on potential customers. It also means that you’re missing out on an opportunity to...
Intellectual property has historically been difficult to protect. In fact, being an artist of any kind comes with the risk that someone else might copy your work and claim it as their own. In today’s digital world, it’s even easier for would-be thieves to steal what...
