After you file your trademark registration, you’ll probably be tempted to dust off your hands, pour yourself a mug of something delicious, and settle in while you wait for your registration certificate to arrive. But you’re not quite done. While the bulk of the work is over, you’ll still need to keep an eye out […]
3 Reasons Why You Should Hire A Trademark Attorney
When you’re registering a copyright, the process is pretty straightforward–you can file it on your lunch break, stress-free. But registering trademarks can get a little more finicky. Of course, this is a personal choice, but if this is the first time you’re registering a trademark, I wholeheartedly recommend that you hire a trademark attorney. Here’s […]
Copyrighting A Name (Technically, Trademarking A Name)
Copyrighting a name isn’t actually something you can do–but you can (and should!) trademark a name. If you missed our Trademarking vs. Copyrighting post, here’s a quick rundown: A trademark is, essentially, the outside appearance of your brand. It’s the wrapper, the name, the logo, the specific brand colors that say “This pen is a […]
Trademarking and Copyrighting: The Big Differences You Need To Know
The questions I get asked all the time are, more often than not, about trademarking and copyrighting. “What should I register with the US Copyright Office?” “What should I register with the US Patent and Trademark Office?” “How do I get a patent, anyway?” All great questions. But first, let’s break them up into pieces […]