Registering a trademark is a big step in expanding your business and establishing your brand. When you register a mark, don’t forget to keep track of your application status. After the United States Patent and Trademark Office approves your application, continue to check trademark status to make sure you are…
For a long time my law firm has put time and effort into reaching more clients through our website. We've tried a number of different tactics over the years to achieve that goal, including content marketing and a strong social media campaign. But one of our most successful strategies was…
A lot goes into building a business. From finding the right product to manufacturing and beyond, starting and maintaining a successful business is no easy task. Once you have mapped out what kind of business you want to run and how to move forward, you will want to establish a…
Every week, the United States Patent and Trademark Office publishes the Trademark Official Gazette. This magazine is a listing of all trademarks that have been submitted for registration and passed an initial review over the prior week. Thousands of trademarks are filed on a weekly basis. The Gazette is published…
Your brand tells the story of who you are. It’s what the public will bring to mind when they think of your company. Companies make branding mistakes every day just trying to get noticed, save money, and expand their brand. To avoid branding mistakes, it’s important to stay focused and…
After your trademark gets registered, you might notice it's only valid for 5 years. At that point, it’s common to wonder: can a trademark be renewed, or not? Ultimately, getting your trademark renewed is mostly a matter of filing paperwork on time. However, the process of doing so is more…
