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...
If you’ve applied or considered applying for a trademark you may be trying to figure out what the difference is between a word mark and a design mark. Well, don’t fret because the difference is fairly easy to spot. Word Mark: A word mark, also commonly referred to as...
Protecting your intellectual property and online content is difficult – and that’s putting it mildly. The internet is rampant with content thieves who are quite happy to take your work and pass it off as their own. As a business owner, that’s the last thing you want...
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...
Being able to avoid common mistakes can save you and your business a lot of time and trouble (not to mention $$!). Though it is perfectly common to make mistakes as a new business, that doesn’t mean you can’t avoid them. How are you supposed to know what’s right and...
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...
