Need to Locate the Source of an Image? Try Conducting a Google Reverse Image Search **Attorney Advertising **
If you discover an image that you want to use but you’re not sure of its origin or how to obtain a license from the owner, you can perform a Reverse Image Search using Google Images to locate the copyright holder. Remember, never use an image without first obtaining the proper license to use it. […]
Should I Apply for My Trademark in My Personal Name or The Name of My Corporate Entity? **Attorney Advertising**
When filling out an application for trademark protection with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), one of the very first questions the applicant will be asked for is the name of the owner of the mark in question. At first glance, this may seem like a simple question and you may be tempted […]
Work for Hire Agreements Can Help You Retain Ownership and Copyright Protection Over Work Created for Your Business **Attorney Advertising**
Many business owners utilize the services of independent contractors or virtual workers to create content for their business. Services that are generally outsourced to such workers may include email marketing, blogging, website content creation, the creation of print materials, white papers, formal reports, and more. But, when it comes to the ownership of the materials […]
The Marijuana Industry Is Booming, But Cannabis Businesses and Growers are Still Facing Hurdles to Protect Their Intellectual Property Rights. **Attorney Advertising **
As more states move to legalize marijuana for medical and even recreational use, new businesses and industries are popping up to meet the growing demand for cannabis in the United States. Yet, one door that continues to remain closed for entrepreneurs and businesses in the marijuana industry is that of intellectual property rights, specifically the […]
Help! An Employee Set Up and “Owns” My Social Media Accounts! **Attorney Advertising**
In today’s digital landscape, social media accounts should undoubtedly be considered an asset of a person’s business. By using social media accounts, companies are able to cheaply, if not freely, expose their products and services to new customers, acquire fans and followers, and create an online place where engagement and communication can happen in real […]
Is Your Virtual Assistant an Employee or Independent Contractor? **Attorney Advertising**
As you grow your company and expand your team, you may find the prospect of hiring “virtual” employees to be an attractive and flexible option. For starters, having remote team members can save thousands, if not hundreds of thousands of dollars per year in overhead expenses. Here we use a virtual receptionist team to […]
Do I Need to Pay Attention to this Business Notice, or is it a Scam? **Attorney Advertising **
Whenever I register a trademark or help a client incorporate their business, I warn that solicitations will start coming to the business owner fast and furious via mail and email. This is because once you file, your info is publicly available and other businesses will begin to collect your data and market to you. Some […]
How Foreign Businesses Can Protect Their Intellectual Property Rights in The United States *Attorney Advertising*
In today’s obviously global (and seemingly universal) marketplace, it is understandable that some business owners and entrepreneurs are surprised to learn that their intellectual property is not automatically protected in other countries. Patents, trademarks, and the like are territorial, meaning that they need to be registered in each individual country where protection is sought. There […]
So Much Beer! So Few Names. | New York and Charleston Trademark Lawyer
The craft beer industry is booming! It seems as though new microbreweries are popping up every day. Going into a store for beer requires its own definition of terms and an hour or more of contemplation and browsing time. With this growth comes a high demand for unique brewery and beer names – and an […]
Intellectual Property Lawyer Warns, “You May Not Own the Rights to Work Created by an Independent Contractor”
As a small business owner, you may have utilized the services of an independent contractor to handle creative tasks such as writing, graphic design, and website design. Since you paid for the final product, you may have also assumed that you own the work they produced and that you could do with it whatever you […]
