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Dec 18, 2025
Tigers, trademarks, and copyrights, oh my!
I finally binge watched Netflix’s Tiger King documentary over the weekend. The show packs so many c...
Dec 15, 2025
How Legal Work Can Actually Save Your Business on Taxes
Running a business isn’t just about increasing revenue; it’s also about smart spending and planning....
Dec 12, 2025
Top Trademark Mistakes to Avoid: Protect Your Brand and Business (Part 2)
We got a lot of feedback from last week’s post about trademark mistakes to avoid, so here are some m...
Sep 19, 2025
WHAT MAKES A STRONG TRADEMARK
What Makes a Strong Trademark — Why It Matters and How to Do It Right In a crowded marketplace, whet...
Aug 18, 2025
What to expect when an Extension of Time to Oppose is filed against you
Jul 17, 2025
Keeping your secret secret
My previous tip discussed the general definition/qualifications for information to be considered a &...
Jun 29, 2025
💡 “Shield Your Genius: Everything You Need to Know About NDAs and Protecting Your Ideas”
In the fast-moving world of innovation, whether you’re a small business owner pitching to investors,...
Jun 25, 2025
How to Protect Your Idea: Trademark, Copyright, Patent, or Something Else?
Jun 1, 2025
Protecting Your Law Firm Name & Brand (in anticipation of sale)
I’m thrilled to be a guest on this episode. Join me as I sit down with Victoria Collier, to ex...
May 14, 2025
American Mah Jong Copyright: Can You Copy the NMJL Card?
May 12, 2025
What the New Copyright Office AI Report Means for Your Business
Apr 23, 2025
Influencers + Brands = Great or Awful?
Apr 21, 2025
Is Your ‘Inspired’ Work Actually Theft? The Shocking Truth About Copyright Law and Copyright Infringement
Feb 17, 2025
The Challenge of Geographic Trademarks: Why Your Business Name Might Not Be as Unique as You Think
At a recent Rocky Mountain Intellectual Property & Technology Institute, a session discussed upd...
Feb 6, 2025
What Happens When Your Desired Brand Name Is Already Taken?
Nov 21, 2024
Understanding the Upcoming 2025 Trademark Fee Increases: What You Need to Know
Nov 20, 2024
Understanding Intellectual Property: Key Insights from the WSSW Event
Oct 6, 2024
AI and IP – Man vs Machine or Man + Machine?
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing various sectors, including healthcare, finance, ente...
Oct 6, 2024
9 Ways to Defend Your Brand Rights Against Infringers
Oct 6, 2024
Tamara Pester Schklar continues to be listed among Super Lawyers’ Top Trademark Law Practitioners
Jun 18, 2024
Cannabis Trademark Alert: Now is the Time to Protect Your Brand and Increase Your Cannabis Company Value
Apr 25, 2024
How to Spot and Avoid Trademark Scams
Mar 13, 2024
How you can sell your intellectual property: An overview for business leaders
A common question that clients and prospective clients ask me is: “How can I sell my intellectual pr...
Dec 25, 2023
What does the “R” inside a circle symbol mean?
Have you ever wondered about the meaning behind the R inside a circle symbol (®️) commonly found on ...
Dec 18, 2023
Risk Mitigation: Avoiding Trademark Pitfalls in Brand Development
I’ve seen countless startups, new businesses, and solopreneurs dive headfirst into the world o...
Dec 12, 2023
The Lifecycle of a Trademark: From Filing to Renewal
Dec 5, 2023
Guarding Your Goldmine: Trademarks’ Essential Role in Protecting Your Brand
The importance of trademarks in brand protection: preserving the identity and value of your brand; p...
Nov 27, 2023
Trademark Portfolios: Building and Managing Your Company’s Most Valuable Assets
Strong and recognizable brands carry immense value. If you’re a mid-market retail manufacturer, your...
Oct 19, 2023
Upcoming Live Trademark Seminar for Lawyers: Trademarks 101 (2024 Edition)
Sep 26, 2023
Best Practices for Copyright Protection
1. Watermark Your Work: Consider adding a discreet watermark to your digital works to deter unautho...
Sep 18, 2023
Understanding Intellectual Property Symbols: When and How to Use ™, ®, and ©
In the world of branding and intellectual property, symbols play a crucial role in safeguarding your...
Aug 28, 2023
Part 2: Leveraging The Power of Trademarks in Your Go-to-Market Plan
Brett: As you know, my audience is mostly CEOs, investors, and some Chief Marketing Officers. I want...
Aug 24, 2023
Part 1: Leveraging The Power of Trademarks in Your Go-to-Market Plan
Aug 1, 2023
💰 Using trademarks for tax planning & tax strategy
Jul 24, 2023
How Trademarks Influence Consumer Behavior
Consumers are bombarded with countless goods and services competing for their attention in the thriv...
Jul 10, 2023
Non-Traditional Trademarks: Beyond Words and Logos
Jul 6, 2023
Top Trademark Mistakes to Avoid: Protect Your Brand and Business
Businesses and individuals should be aware of common trademark mistakes, in order to avoid potential...
Jun 25, 2023
The Importance of Trademark Protection for Start-ups
In the fast-paced world of start-ups, establishing a unique brand identity is crucial for success. F...
Jun 1, 2023
The Role of the USPTO: Protecting Intellectual Property Rights
Granting Patents: The USPTO is responsible for protecting intellectual property. One of the ways the...
May 4, 2023
She-Hulk vs Titania, Part 2
Apr 10, 2023
Common Myths/Misconceptions About Trademarks
Mar 20, 2023
What is A Trademark?
Mar 17, 2023
How a Federal Trademark Registration Protects Your Brand
Business owners know how crucial brand protection is. When competition is fierce and your brands are...
Mar 13, 2023
WHAT IS TRADEMARK SEARCHING?
A key step in securing your brand identification is conducting a trademark search. A thorough tradem...
Mar 9, 2023
The benefits of working with a Trademark Boutique law firm
Mar 6, 2023
Trademark Infringement: 4 Ways to Protect Your Business from Copycats
You have put a lot of effort into developing your brand and a following of devoted customers as a bu...
Mar 4, 2023
3 essential steps to retain Trademark protection
There are many misconceptions surrounding trademarks, and one of the most prevalent is the belief th...
Mar 2, 2023
All about numbers: TEAS PLUS APPLICATION
Feb 28, 2023
All About Numbers
Feb 23, 2023
“Why Trademarks are Lovable: A Guide to Understanding the Benefits of Trademark Protection”
Trademarks are an essential aspect of branding and business identity. They provide legal protection ...
Feb 20, 2023
Trademark Portfolio Management: A Comprehensive Guide
If you own a business or are an entrepreneur, it is likely that you have intellectual property (IP) ...
Feb 7, 2023
A Good Specimen of Use in Trademark Applications Matters! Here are 4 reasons why
Jan 17, 2023
Scam alert: WTP Publication “Invoice”
Dec 10, 2022
2 Types of “Soft” Intellectual Property
Need help determining which protection is right for you? 1: A copyright protects an “original ...
Sep 12, 2022
She-Hulk: Attorney at Law vs Titania — an epic trademark struggle?
Aug 24, 2022
What to trademark – and when should I trademark?
Here’s an excerpt from a recent meet & greet where the prospective client had some questio...
Aug 10, 2022
Colorado’s new $1 business filing fees
Now is a great time to open a new business and register your trade name in the State of Colorado! Th...
Jul 22, 2022
Why I can’t stand the “Trademarks on the Side” Lawyer
Each year, hundreds of thousands of individuals and companies apply for registration of their tradem...
Jul 22, 2022
No more Trademark Registration Certificates 😔
As I recently posted on Instagram, something unusual that happened this week: I got an email from th...
Jul 17, 2022
Building a Valuable Trademark Portfolio: Insights for Entrepreneurs and Family Businesses
Jul 17, 2022
Wiping devices clean can be dirty
Zillow execs who allegedly stole trade secrets from Move, Inc./realtor.com recently claimed in testi...
Jul 17, 2022
Three ways to overcome a Section 2(d) likelihood of confusion Office Action
Jul 17, 2022
Say my name say my name. . . trademarking your name
Normally, the technicalities of the trademark world do not collide with Hollywood happenings, but ce...
Jul 17, 2022
Trademark registration and renewal are so tricky, even our President fails
Truth is, trademark registrations and renewals aren’t really that tricky, if you know what you’re do...
Jul 17, 2022
How does coronavirus affect contracts and trademarks?
Coronavirus has crippled businesses and left others in a panic for their next paycheck. To the exte...
Jul 17, 2022
COVID-19 and trademarks
Jul 17, 2022
Danger of handshake deals
Many years ago, when I first hung out my shingle, I wrote about the danger of “handshake deals.” At...
Jul 17, 2022
The power of protests
In today’s political climate, hordes of citizens have found power in protests. Whether simply showi...
Jul 17, 2022
Speeding applications through the system
In an effort to encourage companies to bring products combatting coronavirus to market, the U.S. Pat...
Jul 17, 2022
#trademarks
Jul 17, 2022
Estimating the cost of a transaction
Jul 17, 2022
Why a trademark search matters
One of the first steps when considering how to brand a product or service with a particular name is ...
Jul 17, 2022
Creating the best trademark – four steps to success
New business owners always want to know how they can create the best trademarks. A great trademark w...
Jul 17, 2022
Contract, Agreement, or Document? All of the above!
Sometimes, clients come to me to beef up informal arrangements they have made for business ventures....
Jul 17, 2022
Joke of the Day
What did the buffalo say to his son when he left for college? … Bison. Photo by Jérémy Stenuit on Un...
Jul 17, 2022
Shhhh… it’s a trade secret!
Trade secrets can differentiate and add value to a business without the expense and formality of app...
Jul 17, 2022
The Rules . . for Business Courtship
So, you’ve broken up with your former business partner, or you are starting a new business, and look...
Jul 17, 2022
Breaking Up is Hard to Do
You have invested so much of yourself into it, you are reluctant to see it go. But despite all the t...
Jul 17, 2022
Got a Trademark? Now What?
Jul 17, 2022
Correcting Mistakes and Moving Forward
Resilience represents a powerful tool for overcoming difficult situations. When we encounter persona...
Jul 17, 2022
Using the Trademark Modernization Act to expunge registrations
Jul 17, 2022
USPTO New Trademark Application fee increases in 2021
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office announced fee increases that will affect trademarks effective J...
Jul 17, 2022
IP Transgressor Takedowns
Every now and then, a client will call me, alarmed, because they have discovered a website that cont...
Jul 17, 2022
How NOT to Hire a Lawyer
Through some search engine magic, my genius website creator wove into my website, I often come up in...
Jul 17, 2022
Easy Trademark Filings?
With all the automated and low-cost systems for searching and filing a trademark, they can appear “c...
Jul 17, 2022
How Random Is That?!
One of the most basic dilemmas of intellectual property law is the competing nature of a trademark. ...
Jul 17, 2022
Is It Unique?
Just like the cobbler who had no shoes, this IP lawyer didn’t get trademark protection on her produc...
Jul 17, 2022
Denver Patent and Trademark Office
The Rocky Mountain Regional Office of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (“PTO”) officially opened...
Jul 17, 2022
Freeze Facebook Fraud
In addition to the provisions of the DMCA, which helps the victims of intellectual property infringe...
Jul 17, 2022
Strategic . . . Partnerships?
Jul 17, 2022
McDowell’s vs McDonald’s trademark?
Jul 17, 2022
Do I need trademark my business?
Do I Need to Trademark My Business? This is a question we hear over and over again. Whether your bu...
Jul 17, 2022
Why not Legalzoom for trademark applications?
Sometimes, people ask why my firm’s fee for trademark protection is so much more than LegalZoom. It ...
Jul 17, 2022
Trademark Process
Jul 17, 2022
NOCAP. . . some trademarks just take a really long time to register!
Jul 17, 2022
Trademark Modernization Act is here!!
Big news in trademark land! The trademark Modernization Act went into effect over the weekend. This ...
Jul 17, 2022
13 factors to analyze trademark confusion
Why the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office looks for trademark confusion One of the most common reason...
Jul 17, 2022
Timing Matters! (In trademarks and in life)
You know what they say: timing is everything. You can meet and fall in love with the right person at...
Jul 17, 2022
Three ways to overcome a Section 2(d) likelihood of confusion Office Action
Jul 17, 2022
The Swiss Cheese Analogy: Why a Trademark Clearance Search Matters
Jul 17, 2022
So you got a Trademark Trial and Appeal Board Opposition Notice? Now what?
Note: The following is an edited version of the transcript from Tamara Pester’s chat with Aide...
Jul 17, 2022
The right and wrong way to save money on new trademark applications
Jul 17, 2022
HBO’s Hit Show Succession Succeeds at Showing Lawyers Behaving Badly
In Season 3 of Succession, the HBO drama centering around a media mogul’s descendants wrestling to g...
Jul 17, 2022
House of Gucci TM issues
I wanted to tell you about the House of Gucci movie I saw recently. If you are into fashion or movie...
Jul 17, 2022
Legal Issues for Content Creators and Brands
Part 1: How to Protect Your Work as a Content Creator Note: The following content was presented toge...
Jul 17, 2022
Dude, wait. . . what? (Marijuana trademarks)
At a recent Rocky Mountain Intellectual Property & Technology Institute, a session discussed upd...
Jul 17, 2022
Do Trademark Lawyers Matter?
Jul 17, 2022
Common law intellectual property rights vs federal protection
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Dec 15, 2025
How Legal Work Can Actually Save Your Business on Taxes
Running a business isn’t just about increasing revenue; it’s also about smart spending and planning....
Feb 23, 2023
“Why Trademarks are Lovable: A Guide to Understanding the Benefits of Trademark Protection”
Trademarks are an essential aspect of branding and business identity. They provide legal protection ...
Aug 10, 2022
Colorado’s new $1 business filing fees
Now is a great time to open a new business and register your trade name in the State of Colorado! Th...
Dec 15, 2025
How Legal Work Can Actually Save Your Business on Taxes
Running a business isn’t just about increasing revenue; it’s also about smart spending and planning....
Jun 25, 2025
How to Protect Your Idea: Trademark, Copyright, Patent, or Something Else?
Apr 21, 2025
Is Your ‘Inspired’ Work Actually Theft? The Shocking Truth About Copyright Law and Copyright Infringement
Jun 1, 2025
Protecting Your Law Firm Name & Brand (in anticipation of sale)
I’m thrilled to be a guest on this episode. Join me as I sit down with Victoria Collier, to ex...
Dec 5, 2023
Guarding Your Goldmine: Trademarks’ Essential Role in Protecting Your Brand
The importance of trademarks in brand protection: preserving the identity and value of your brand; p...
Aug 10, 2022
Colorado’s new $1 business filing fees
Now is a great time to open a new business and register your trade name in the State of Colorado! Th...
Jul 17, 2022
House of Gucci TM issues
I wanted to tell you about the House of Gucci movie I saw recently. If you are into fashion or movie...
Aug 18, 2025
What to expect when an Extension of Time to Oppose is filed against you
Dec 5, 2023
Guarding Your Goldmine: Trademarks’ Essential Role in Protecting Your Brand
The importance of trademarks in brand protection: preserving the identity and value of your brand; p...
Jul 17, 2022
So you got a Trademark Trial and Appeal Board Opposition Notice? Now what?
Note: The following is an edited version of the transcript from Tamara Pester’s chat with Aide...
Dec 5, 2023
Guarding Your Goldmine: Trademarks’ Essential Role in Protecting Your Brand
The importance of trademarks in brand protection: preserving the identity and value of your brand; p...
Jul 17, 2022
Using the Trademark Modernization Act to expunge registrations
Jul 17, 2022
Trademark Modernization Act is here!!
Big news in trademark land! The trademark Modernization Act went into effect over the weekend. This ...
Dec 5, 2023
Guarding Your Goldmine: Trademarks’ Essential Role in Protecting Your Brand
The importance of trademarks in brand protection: preserving the identity and value of your brand; p...
Mar 4, 2023
3 essential steps to retain Trademark protection
There are many misconceptions surrounding trademarks, and one of the most prevalent is the belief th...
Sep 12, 2022
She-Hulk: Attorney at Law vs Titania — an epic trademark struggle?
Sep 12, 2022
She-Hulk: Attorney at Law vs Titania — an epic trademark struggle?
Aug 18, 2025
What to expect when an Extension of Time to Oppose is filed against you
Feb 17, 2025
The Challenge of Geographic Trademarks: Why Your Business Name Might Not Be as Unique as You Think
At a recent Rocky Mountain Intellectual Property & Technology Institute, a session discussed upd...
Nov 21, 2024
Understanding the Upcoming 2025 Trademark Fee Increases: What You Need to Know
Dec 25, 2023
What does the “R” inside a circle symbol mean?
Have you ever wondered about the meaning behind the R inside a circle symbol (®️) commonly found on ...
Dec 12, 2023
The Lifecycle of a Trademark: From Filing to Renewal
Jun 1, 2023
The Role of the USPTO: Protecting Intellectual Property Rights
Granting Patents: The USPTO is responsible for protecting intellectual property. One of the ways the...
Mar 4, 2023
3 essential steps to retain Trademark protection
There are many misconceptions surrounding trademarks, and one of the most prevalent is the belief th...
Feb 23, 2023
“Why Trademarks are Lovable: A Guide to Understanding the Benefits of Trademark Protection”
Trademarks are an essential aspect of branding and business identity. They provide legal protection ...
Aug 24, 2022
What to trademark – and when should I trademark?
Here’s an excerpt from a recent meet & greet where the prospective client had some questio...
Jul 22, 2022
No more Trademark Registration Certificates 😔
As I recently posted on Instagram, something unusual that happened this week: I got an email from th...
Jul 17, 2022
Using the Trademark Modernization Act to expunge registrations
Jul 17, 2022
Three ways to overcome a Section 2(d) likelihood of confusion Office Action
Jul 17, 2022
The Swiss Cheese Analogy: Why a Trademark Clearance Search Matters
Jul 17, 2022
So you got a Trademark Trial and Appeal Board Opposition Notice? Now what?
Note: The following is an edited version of the transcript from Tamara Pester’s chat with Aide...
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Aug 18, 2025
What to expect when an Extension of Time to Oppose is filed against you
Jun 29, 2025
💡 “Shield Your Genius: Everything You Need to Know About NDAs and Protecting Your Ideas”
In the fast-moving world of innovation, whether you’re a small business owner pitching to investors,...
Jun 25, 2025
How to Protect Your Idea: Trademark, Copyright, Patent, or Something Else?
Jun 1, 2025
Protecting Your Law Firm Name & Brand (in anticipation of sale)
I’m thrilled to be a guest on this episode. Join me as I sit down with Victoria Collier, to ex...
Apr 21, 2025
Is Your ‘Inspired’ Work Actually Theft? The Shocking Truth About Copyright Law and Copyright Infringement
Feb 6, 2025
What Happens When Your Desired Brand Name Is Already Taken?
Nov 21, 2024
Understanding the Upcoming 2025 Trademark Fee Increases: What You Need to Know
Jun 18, 2024
Cannabis Trademark Alert: Now is the Time to Protect Your Brand and Increase Your Cannabis Company Value
Dec 25, 2023
What does the “R” inside a circle symbol mean?
Have you ever wondered about the meaning behind the R inside a circle symbol (®️) commonly found on ...
Dec 18, 2023
Risk Mitigation: Avoiding Trademark Pitfalls in Brand Development
I’ve seen countless startups, new businesses, and solopreneurs dive headfirst into the world o...
Dec 12, 2023
The Lifecycle of a Trademark: From Filing to Renewal
Dec 5, 2023
Guarding Your Goldmine: Trademarks’ Essential Role in Protecting Your Brand
The importance of trademarks in brand protection: preserving the identity and value of your brand; p...
Nov 27, 2023
Trademark Portfolios: Building and Managing Your Company’s Most Valuable Assets
Strong and recognizable brands carry immense value. If you’re a mid-market retail manufacturer, your...
Mar 4, 2023
3 essential steps to retain Trademark protection
There are many misconceptions surrounding trademarks, and one of the most prevalent is the belief th...
Feb 23, 2023
“Why Trademarks are Lovable: A Guide to Understanding the Benefits of Trademark Protection”
Trademarks are an essential aspect of branding and business identity. They provide legal protection ...
Sep 12, 2022
She-Hulk: Attorney at Law vs Titania — an epic trademark struggle?
Aug 24, 2022
What to trademark – and when should I trademark?
Here’s an excerpt from a recent meet & greet where the prospective client had some questio...
Jul 22, 2022
No more Trademark Registration Certificates 😔
As I recently posted on Instagram, something unusual that happened this week: I got an email from th...
Jul 17, 2022
Using the Trademark Modernization Act to expunge registrations
Jul 17, 2022
Trademark Modernization Act is here!!
Big news in trademark land! The trademark Modernization Act went into effect over the weekend. This ...
Jul 17, 2022
Three ways to overcome a Section 2(d) likelihood of confusion Office Action
Jul 17, 2022
The Swiss Cheese Analogy: Why a Trademark Clearance Search Matters
Jul 17, 2022
So you got a Trademark Trial and Appeal Board Opposition Notice? Now what?
Note: The following is an edited version of the transcript from Tamara Pester’s chat with Aide...
Jul 17, 2022
House of Gucci TM issues
I wanted to tell you about the House of Gucci movie I saw recently. If you are into fashion or movie...
Prev
1
2
Next
Dec 18, 2025
Tigers, trademarks, and copyrights, oh my!
I finally binge watched Netflix’s Tiger King documentary over the weekend. The show packs so many c...
Dec 12, 2025
Top Trademark Mistakes to Avoid: Protect Your Brand and Business (Part 2)
We got a lot of feedback from last week’s post about trademark mistakes to avoid, so here are some m...
Sep 19, 2025
WHAT MAKES A STRONG TRADEMARK
What Makes a Strong Trademark — Why It Matters and How to Do It Right In a crowded marketplace, whet...
Jul 17, 2025
Keeping your secret secret
My previous tip discussed the general definition/qualifications for information to be considered a &...
May 14, 2025
American Mah Jong Copyright: Can You Copy the NMJL Card?
May 12, 2025
What the New Copyright Office AI Report Means for Your Business
Apr 23, 2025
Influencers + Brands = Great or Awful?
Nov 20, 2024
Understanding Intellectual Property: Key Insights from the WSSW Event
Oct 6, 2024
AI and IP – Man vs Machine or Man + Machine?
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing various sectors, including healthcare, finance, ente...
Oct 6, 2024
9 Ways to Defend Your Brand Rights Against Infringers
Oct 6, 2024
Tamara Pester Schklar continues to be listed among Super Lawyers’ Top Trademark Law Practitioners
Apr 25, 2024
How to Spot and Avoid Trademark Scams
Mar 13, 2024
How you can sell your intellectual property: An overview for business leaders
A common question that clients and prospective clients ask me is: “How can I sell my intellectual pr...
Oct 19, 2023
Upcoming Live Trademark Seminar for Lawyers: Trademarks 101 (2024 Edition)
Sep 26, 2023
Best Practices for Copyright Protection
1. Watermark Your Work: Consider adding a discreet watermark to your digital works to deter unautho...
Sep 18, 2023
Understanding Intellectual Property Symbols: When and How to Use ™, ®, and ©
In the world of branding and intellectual property, symbols play a crucial role in safeguarding your...
Aug 28, 2023
Part 2: Leveraging The Power of Trademarks in Your Go-to-Market Plan
Brett: As you know, my audience is mostly CEOs, investors, and some Chief Marketing Officers. I want...
Aug 24, 2023
Part 1: Leveraging The Power of Trademarks in Your Go-to-Market Plan
Aug 1, 2023
💰 Using trademarks for tax planning & tax strategy
Jul 24, 2023
How Trademarks Influence Consumer Behavior
Consumers are bombarded with countless goods and services competing for their attention in the thriv...
Jul 10, 2023
Non-Traditional Trademarks: Beyond Words and Logos
Jul 6, 2023
Top Trademark Mistakes to Avoid: Protect Your Brand and Business
Businesses and individuals should be aware of common trademark mistakes, in order to avoid potential...
Jun 25, 2023
The Importance of Trademark Protection for Start-ups
In the fast-paced world of start-ups, establishing a unique brand identity is crucial for success. F...
May 4, 2023
She-Hulk vs Titania, Part 2
Apr 10, 2023
Common Myths/Misconceptions About Trademarks
Mar 20, 2023
What is A Trademark?
Mar 17, 2023
How a Federal Trademark Registration Protects Your Brand
Business owners know how crucial brand protection is. When competition is fierce and your brands are...
Mar 13, 2023
WHAT IS TRADEMARK SEARCHING?
A key step in securing your brand identification is conducting a trademark search. A thorough tradem...
Mar 9, 2023
The benefits of working with a Trademark Boutique law firm
Mar 6, 2023
Trademark Infringement: 4 Ways to Protect Your Business from Copycats
You have put a lot of effort into developing your brand and a following of devoted customers as a bu...
Mar 2, 2023
All about numbers: TEAS PLUS APPLICATION
Feb 28, 2023
All About Numbers
Feb 20, 2023
Trademark Portfolio Management: A Comprehensive Guide
If you own a business or are an entrepreneur, it is likely that you have intellectual property (IP) ...
Feb 7, 2023
A Good Specimen of Use in Trademark Applications Matters! Here are 4 reasons why
Jan 17, 2023
Scam alert: WTP Publication “Invoice”
Dec 10, 2022
2 Types of “Soft” Intellectual Property
Need help determining which protection is right for you? 1: A copyright protects an “original ...
Aug 24, 2022
What to trademark – and when should I trademark?
Here’s an excerpt from a recent meet & greet where the prospective client had some questio...
Jul 22, 2022
Why I can’t stand the “Trademarks on the Side” Lawyer
Each year, hundreds of thousands of individuals and companies apply for registration of their tradem...
Jul 17, 2022
Building a Valuable Trademark Portfolio: Insights for Entrepreneurs and Family Businesses
Jul 17, 2022
Wiping devices clean can be dirty
Zillow execs who allegedly stole trade secrets from Move, Inc./realtor.com recently claimed in testi...
Jul 17, 2022
Three ways to overcome a Section 2(d) likelihood of confusion Office Action
Jul 17, 2022
Say my name say my name. . . trademarking your name
Normally, the technicalities of the trademark world do not collide with Hollywood happenings, but ce...
Jul 17, 2022
Trademark registration and renewal are so tricky, even our President fails
Truth is, trademark registrations and renewals aren’t really that tricky, if you know what you’re do...
Jul 17, 2022
How does coronavirus affect contracts and trademarks?
Coronavirus has crippled businesses and left others in a panic for their next paycheck. To the exte...
Jul 17, 2022
COVID-19 and trademarks
Jul 17, 2022
Danger of handshake deals
Many years ago, when I first hung out my shingle, I wrote about the danger of “handshake deals.” At...
Jul 17, 2022
The power of protests
In today’s political climate, hordes of citizens have found power in protests. Whether simply showi...
Jul 17, 2022
Speeding applications through the system
In an effort to encourage companies to bring products combatting coronavirus to market, the U.S. Pat...
Jul 17, 2022
#trademarks
Jul 17, 2022
Estimating the cost of a transaction
Jul 17, 2022
Why a trademark search matters
One of the first steps when considering how to brand a product or service with a particular name is ...
Jul 17, 2022
Creating the best trademark – four steps to success
New business owners always want to know how they can create the best trademarks. A great trademark w...
Jul 17, 2022
Contract, Agreement, or Document? All of the above!
Sometimes, clients come to me to beef up informal arrangements they have made for business ventures....
Jul 17, 2022
Joke of the Day
What did the buffalo say to his son when he left for college? … Bison. Photo by Jérémy Stenuit on Un...
Jul 17, 2022
Shhhh… it’s a trade secret!
Trade secrets can differentiate and add value to a business without the expense and formality of app...
Jul 17, 2022
The Rules . . for Business Courtship
So, you’ve broken up with your former business partner, or you are starting a new business, and look...
Jul 17, 2022
Breaking Up is Hard to Do
You have invested so much of yourself into it, you are reluctant to see it go. But despite all the t...
Jul 17, 2022
Got a Trademark? Now What?
Jul 17, 2022
Correcting Mistakes and Moving Forward
Resilience represents a powerful tool for overcoming difficult situations. When we encounter persona...
Jul 17, 2022
USPTO New Trademark Application fee increases in 2021
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office announced fee increases that will affect trademarks effective J...
Jul 17, 2022
IP Transgressor Takedowns
Every now and then, a client will call me, alarmed, because they have discovered a website that cont...
Jul 17, 2022
How NOT to Hire a Lawyer
Through some search engine magic, my genius website creator wove into my website, I often come up in...
Jul 17, 2022
Easy Trademark Filings?
With all the automated and low-cost systems for searching and filing a trademark, they can appear “c...
Jul 17, 2022
How Random Is That?!
One of the most basic dilemmas of intellectual property law is the competing nature of a trademark. ...
Jul 17, 2022
Is It Unique?
Just like the cobbler who had no shoes, this IP lawyer didn’t get trademark protection on her produc...
Jul 17, 2022
Denver Patent and Trademark Office
The Rocky Mountain Regional Office of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (“PTO”) officially opened...
Jul 17, 2022
Freeze Facebook Fraud
In addition to the provisions of the DMCA, which helps the victims of intellectual property infringe...
Jul 17, 2022
Strategic . . . Partnerships?
Jul 17, 2022
McDowell’s vs McDonald’s trademark?
Jul 17, 2022
Do I need trademark my business?
Do I Need to Trademark My Business? This is a question we hear over and over again. Whether your bu...
Jul 17, 2022
Why not Legalzoom for trademark applications?
Sometimes, people ask why my firm’s fee for trademark protection is so much more than LegalZoom. It ...
Jul 17, 2022
Trademark Process
Jul 17, 2022
NOCAP. . . some trademarks just take a really long time to register!
Jul 17, 2022
13 factors to analyze trademark confusion
Why the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office looks for trademark confusion One of the most common reason...
Jul 17, 2022
Timing Matters! (In trademarks and in life)
You know what they say: timing is everything. You can meet and fall in love with the right person at...
Jul 17, 2022
The right and wrong way to save money on new trademark applications
Jul 17, 2022
HBO’s Hit Show Succession Succeeds at Showing Lawyers Behaving Badly
In Season 3 of Succession, the HBO drama centering around a media mogul’s descendants wrestling to g...
Jul 17, 2022
Legal Issues for Content Creators and Brands
Part 1: How to Protect Your Work as a Content Creator Note: The following content was presented toge...
Jul 17, 2022
Dude, wait. . . what? (Marijuana trademarks)
At a recent Rocky Mountain Intellectual Property & Technology Institute, a session discussed upd...
Jul 17, 2022
Do Trademark Lawyers Matter?
Jul 17, 2022
Common law intellectual property rights vs federal protection
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