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What is a 2(d) Refusal?

Navigating a 2(d) Refusal from the USPTO: What It Means and How We Can Help Applying for a federal trademark with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) can be an exciting step toward protecting your brand. However, you may feel uncertain about what to...

Why a business should have a lawyer

Small Business

In the realm of business, legal counsel serves as a reliable guide through the complexities that often accompany commercial endeavors. Their role extends beyond mere legalities, encompassing strategic advice and risk mitigation. Let's delve deeper: Businesses must...

Understanding the Basics of Patents, Trademarks, and Copyrights

Trademarks

So, you've created a product, service or work of art that you want to put into the stream of commerce. You worked very hard to create this product, service, or work of art and you want to make sure that it's protected from misuse or infringement by others. What do you...

The New ABC Test for California Independent Contractors – It’s A Serious Matter

Corporations, Small Business

On April 30, 2018, the California Supreme Court issued its ruling in Dynamex Operations West, Inc. v. Superior Court, setting a new standard for independent contractors - things are getting worse for employers in California! The Court stated that tougher...

3 Common Reasons Why Business Owners Run Into Legal Problems

Corporations, Hot Topics, Small Business

When you do what I do for a living, it gives you eye-opening insight into reasons why business owners run into legal problems.Lately we have been seeing a lot of business litigation in 3 areas of law:Corporate LawLabor LawIntellectual Property LawSo why do...