by adminLockhart | Dec 18, 2020 | Uncategorized
Few things are as exciting as getting a startup off of the ground. You have a great idea, and you are ready to run a business exactly how you think it should be run. Many people at this stage can forget to put work into creating contracts, documents that clearly...
by adminLockhart | Nov 17, 2020 | Uncategorized
The LLC structure is attractive to entrepreneurs for many reasons, not the least of which is due to its unique hybrid status (more on that below). Many business owners start off their companies as sole proprietorships and convert them to LLCs after some expansion....
by adminLockhart | Oct 22, 2020 | Uncategorized
When you have a great business idea and you think the market is prime for introducing your idea to the general public, it’s tempting to go full steam ahead and start making money. Before you dive headfirst into the world of commerce, though, you need to consider...
by adminLockhart | Sep 17, 2020 | Uncategorized
There are a few ways that trademark applications can be refused. One common reason, which this blog will focus on, is the rejection of a trademark application due to submission of an unacceptable specimen. We will discuss some reasons the USPTO will refuse a trademark...
by adminLockhart | Aug 19, 2020 | Uncategorized
There are many reasons why a proposed trademark or service mark for your company could be, unfortunately, rejected by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. After working countless hours on a splashy logo for your brand, having your application refused can be...
by adminLockhart | Jul 15, 2020 | Uncategorized
Formally registering your business’s trademark or service mark with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office is often the first step toward securing your company’s most valuable asset and, eventually, growing your enterprise. After much consideration and due diligence,...
