LLC vs. Sole Proprietorship: Which is Better for Your Startup? Andreaha Baker | October 19, 2024 Starting a new business is an exciting journey filled with big decisions, and one of the most crucial early choices you’ll face is deciding on your business structure. Among the most common options for small business owners are a Limited […]
Trademarks 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Safeguarding Your Business Name Andreaha Baker | October 7, 2024 In the bustling world of business, your company’s name is more than just a label—it’s your identity, your brand, and often your first impression. But how can you protect this valuable asset? Enter trademarks: your legal shield in the marketplace. This […]
5 Essential Steps to Protect Your Brand from Copycats Andreaha Baker | September 24, 2024 In today’s competitive market, protecting your brand from copycats is crucial for maintaining its unique identity and long-term success. With countless businesses vying for attention, ensuring your brand is safeguarded from imitation is not just a legal necessity, but a […]
How to Fund Your Small Business Sarah Jones, The Trademark Company | September 23, 2024 Starting a small business can be an exciting and rewarding venture, but securing the necessary funding can often be one of the biggest challenges. Whether you’re launching a new company or expanding an existing one, understanding your financing options is […]
How to Start a Side Hustle by Matt Swyers | September 20, 2024 In today’s fast-paced world, having a side hustle is becoming more and more common. Whether you want to supplement your income, pursue a passion project, or save up for a big purchase, starting a side hustle can be a great way to […]
Top 10 Trademark Mistakes New Entrepreneurs Make and How to Avoid Them by Andreaha Baker | September 19, 2024 Starting a new business is an exciting venture, but it comes with its own set of challenges, especially when it comes to protecting your brand. One of the most crucial steps in building a brand is […]
Small businesses are the backbone of America. Often, however, small businesses struggle to find answers to critical questions about legal issues which can affect their ability to grow.We know what that is like. We were there once too. One of our fundamental tenets in founding The Trademark Company was to provide small businesses with access […]
Individuals are often confused by the distinctions between copyrights, patents, and trademarks. In this article, we explain the basis for copyright protection, what can be protected under U.S. Copyright laws, and the benefits of registering your work with the U.S. Copyright Office. What Is Protected Under U.S. Copyright Law? A Copyright is a form of […]
Size matters in the computer industry, or at least that’s what we were once told. Computer hard drives once could be measured in megabytes. But as the size of programs and operating systems grew they moved to gigabytes. Soon we were told we would need to have storage measured in terabytes to accommodate the latest programs. But then […]
A few years ago we were approached by an online nutraceutical company to assist them in the enforcement of their trademarked product lines. The company came to us after a prolonged period of watching their monthly sales decline and finally suspecting that one of their competitors was somehow stealing some of their customers. More specifically, over […]
