When a Charleston business owner wishes to protect their brand, they may consider registering a federal trademark with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) for various elements, such as the business name, logo, and slogan. While it is possible to protect these elements, registering them all at once in a single trademark application is […]

Trademarks, copyrights, and patents are three distinct types of intellectual property rights that serve to protect different aspects of a creator’s work, brand, or invention. Understanding the differences between these rights is crucial for Charleston business owners, inventors, and creators to ensure that they are adequately protecting their intellectual property. A trademark is a type of […]

When creating a brand, it is essential for a Charleston business owner to avoid state or federal trademark infringement to protect their business from potential legal disputes and financial consequences. Trademark infringement occurs when a party uses a trademark that is confusingly similar to another party’s registered trademark in connection with goods or services that are […]

When a Charleston business owner submits a federal trademark application to the United States Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO), there is a possibility that it may be rejected by an examining attorney or opposed by another trademark owner during the application process. In such cases, it is essential for the Charleston business owner to understand the […]

While a federal trademark registration issued by the United States Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO)offers protection within the United States, Charleston business owners may also wish to protect their trademarks internationally to safeguard their intellectual property in foreign markets. Although the USPTO does not directly provide international trademark protection, it does facilitate the process for obtaining […]

To ensure a United States Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO) federal trademark application’s success, Charleston businesses should take several steps and precautions throughout the application process, from selecting a strong trademark to working with one of our experienced trademark attorneys. First, Charleston business owner should choose a distinctive and non-descriptive trademark. A strong trademark is one […]