You put a great deal of effort in choosing the perfect name for your business. You registered the business with the Secretary of State in every state in which you operate. That’s all you need to own your business name,
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Can You Patent Your Idea?
By Julie King
Maybe.
The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) grants patents to inventions every day. Not every application succeeds in becoming a granted patent, though. Important requirements must be met in order for an invention to be patented.
Novelty: An…
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Trademark, Copyright, or Patent: Which Covers What?
By Julie King
You know you have something worth protecting. But what kind of protection do you need? Do you trademark or copyright your business name? Do you copyright or patent your graphic design? Do you patent or trademark your product packaging? While…
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How Do I Know What Type of Business Entity to Choose?
By Julie King
Selecting the right business entity from the beginning helps ensure smooth operation and growth of your business.
There are several basic business entities to choose from:
- Sole Proprietorships
- Corporations (S-Corporations and C-Corporations
- Partnerships
- Limited Liability Companies
There are many issues…
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No Such Thing as a Poor Man’s Patent: File Your Patent Application ASAP!
By Julie King
You may have heard you can protect your invention by describing it in a written document and mailing that document to yourself in a sealed envelope by mail that shows proof of delivery. That unopened, dated document with the date…
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Why Trademark Your Business Name?
By Julie King
Registering your business name as a trademark is essential for making sure no one else comes along and takes advantage of the hard work you’ve done on your branding by copying your name outright or using something similar.
You have…
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