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trademark
23 posts
How to Form an LLC in Michigan
Starting a business is an exciting journey. For many entrepreneurs, starting a business is their chance to take…
March 2, 2021
How to Select a Business Name and Trademark It
Picking out a name for your business is an exciting step. As you start to brainstorm ideas for…
January 8, 2021
The Gen Z Guide to Starting a Business
Each generation leaves a significant mark on entrepreneurship. Gen Z is currently entering the working world in a…
October 28, 2020
5 Intellectual Property Considerations Startups Oftentimes Overlook
Many contestants on ABC’s hit show “Shark Tank” answer “yes” when asked if they have a patent, illustrating…
October 21, 2020
What Are the Legal Asset Must-Haves for E-Commerce Startups?
What else does an e-commerce business need after it has incorporated as a legal formation? Quite a few…
September 30, 2019
What is a Franchise? The FranchiseHelp Primer and Quiz
Contrary to popular opinion, franchising extends far beyond food and retail. In recent years, franchises have become popular…
August 4, 2019
Why Your Business Name Should Be a Powerful Branding and Marketing Tool
When you are brainstorming a name for your new business, it can be difficult to know how to…
February 17, 2019
Intellectual Property Considerations for Your Startup
Starting your own business is a new and exciting challenge that can be rewarding, but overwhelming. From the…
July 19, 2018
Social Media Marketing: Can You Trademark a Hashtag?
It’s been more than a decade since the hashtag made its debut on social media. Chris Messina proposed…
June 30, 2018
Securing Your Startup’s Intellectual Property Rights: Patent vs. Trade Secret
Entrepreneurs and emerging companies often look for ways to protect their valuable assets. They want to secure their…
June 21, 2018
This Sneaky Hack Saved Me $7000 (and Helped Me Build a Million Dollar Business)
I started my first company when I was six years old, selling fallen apples to keep the streets…
April 20, 2018
What’s the Difference Between a Trademark and Copyright?
For entrepreneurs starting their first company, it’s easy to get confused with some of the small business jargon…
December 26, 2017
Business Registration 101 for Franchises, Startups and Amazon Sellers
So, you’ve got your small business idea — whether that takes on the form of a startup, franchise…
October 10, 2017
How to Prep Your Side Hustle to Become a Full-Time Business
For many entrepreneurs, there comes that inevitable moment where balancing a full-time job with a growing side hustle…
September 25, 2017
2 Essential Business Decisions Many Entrepreneurs Misunderstand
Starting a business for the first time can be scary, and not knowing what to expect can make…
July 15, 2017
3 Business Name Disasters and How You Can Avoid Them
Congratulations! You’ve finally had that brilliant business idea, and are beginning the process to catapult your startup to…
June 1, 2017
Cybersquatting: How to Protect Your Startup’s Domain Name
What is cybersquatting? What happens when the domain you want is taken? When we say taken, we don’t…
March 5, 2017
Naming Your Business: Process and Pitfalls
Company names like Apple, Amazon and eBay evoke an image of success and cutting-edge technology. They make an…
February 21, 2017
Trademark Infringement: Case Studies and How to Avoid It
Take three restaurants, add the spice of strangely similar menus and a garnish of accusations. The end result?…
May 26, 2016
Unfair Competition Law: What You Need to Know
Unfair Competition – Protect your Business Is a competitor playing dirty? Has the situation plummeted to an intolerable…
May 13, 2015