Jane Haskins, Esq.
Jane has written hundreds of articles aimed at educating the public about the legal system, especially the legal aspects of starting and running a small business. She has more than 20 years of experience as a practicing attorney, focusing on helping small business owners with startup and contract issues. View her work on LinkedIn.
More From This Author
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State Trademark or Federal Trademark: Which One Is Right for You?
Trademarks can be registered with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, or they can be registered with your state. Find out the advantages and disadvantages of each.
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Trademark a Name
Registering a trademark for a business name is a great way to protect your brand. Here's how to get started, what to expect, and some tips for getting your application approved.
· 6 min read
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Trademark a Logo
Your logo can be protected with a trademark, but the process is tricky. Here's overview of what you need, what it costs, and how long it will take.
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Should I Trademark My Name?
Celebrities from Frank Sinatra to Beyonce have trademarked their famous names. Should you trademark your name too? Find out whether your name can be trademarked and what you’ll need to do.
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Trademark a Business Name
Trademark registration can protect your business name. Find out how to get started with this easy-to-follow explanation of how the registration process works, how much it costs, how long it takes and more.
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Trademark Registration: An Overview
Trademarks protect your business name and strengthen your brand identity, but the registration process takes some time and consideration.
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Trademarks: After Your Mark Is Registered
Trademark registration provides important protection, but it's your responsibility to keep your registration active and enforce your rights.
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What Are Common Law Trademark Rights?
Common law trademark rights are automatic protections that arise from actually using a trademark in commerce and it could complicate your path to trademark registration.
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What Are Trademark Office Actions?
Trademark office actions are official communications indicating issues or objections with your trademark application. Learn what they mean and how to handle them.
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How to Form a Texas Corporation
If you'd like to incorporate your business in Texas, you'll need to follow specific requirements. Find out what the requirements are for forming a corporation.
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