Video Game Regulations on Content

Should we allow the Government to regulate video games? Should we let the industry self-regulate? Do you as a parent regulate the video game content of your children? Have you considered any of this? Well, recently in an online think tank we did and there are many sides to the issue indeed.

Franchisee Compliance With Law and Government Licensing Issues

A franchising company must always be a Stickler for details when it comes to government licensing and compliance with Law of their franchises and franchised outlets. If a franchisee fails to comply with Law or secure the proper government licenses to operate their business it could become a public relations nightmare.

FAA to Regulate Space Flight and Space Ships?

Well it seems the Federal Aviation Administration seems to have more lofty goals than the new NASA Mission to the Moon and Mars. The FAA now wants to regulate Space Flight

Industry Regulation and Recent Legislation

A number of states from coast to coast are attempting to impose further regulations on the payday loan industry, but without much success in many cases. Consumers of payday loans have generally argued against more stringent measures and limitations, that would limit their access to payday loans. And, in the meantime, the payday loan industry continues to grow, both in the numbers of loans issued and the dollar amounts of loans issued.

American Blinds Quality Products In Court Cases

American Blinds is suing Google over the use of their trademark in keyword ads on competitor websites. With the use of Internet comes a variety of legal dealings that did not exist before so it may take a while for American Blinds to win their suit. It should also be noted that American Blinds is also guilty of such action.

Different Categories of Trademarks

For many businesses, establishing a well-known brand is the key to success. Of course, you need to protect that brand and trademarks are part of the process.

Patent and Trademark Attorney: What They Do and Why You Need One

You know that feeling when lightning strikes? Not literally, of course, but that instant of Eureka! An idea so brilliant that you just know this is your one way ticket to easy street. Now, all you have to do is produce and sell your idea. Should be just a hop, skip and a jump to the good life, right?

US Trademark Law

US trademark law was presented in 2002 with the issue of trademark dilution and the question of how to prove it.

Intellectual Property – Trade Mark Infringement – Licensing – Passing Off

In September 2006, Nike agreed to pay Hackney Council ?300,000 for the unlawful use of the Council’s ‘H’ logo. Nike had not obtained Hackney Council’s permission to use the logo. The settlement figure was calculated by taking into account the total global sales of Nike merchandise, and an appropriate percentage was established.

US Trademark Searches

Trademarks are names, phrases, logos or images used to uniquely identify your company and your products and services. Because trademarks are used in businesses, there are rights you can claim to protect your company, and there are governing bodies that regulate the use of your trademark. In the United States of America, the governing body called United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is the governing body that makes your trademark and patented product unique. They guarantee that no other company can carry the same name, logo or product without proper approval from you.

What Is A TradeMark And Why Should I Have One?

The short answer to this question is that a trademark can become a brand. Even if you're business is local, a brand name is important not only from a marketing but also a customer perception basis.

Trademark Search

A trademark is a unique name, word, phrase, logo, symbol, design, image or a combination of these elements that uniquely identifies your product or service to your customers and distinguishes you from your competitors. By registering your trademark, you provide your company, your product and your services with government protection that are part of the benefits of trademark rights. With a registered trademark, your competitors will not be allowed to use a logo or name of the same likeness, or produce a product or offer services that are similar to yours. For example, Apple produces computer products with an Apple logo. Another company cannot use the apple, or something similar to an apple, to identify themselves within the same industry. Sometimes the benefits extend beyond industries as well.

What You Need to Know About Trademarks

Many businesses have a logo or symbol the represents their company’s identity. It is important to protect your identity. Once you trademark your company’s identity, you own it and no one else can legally use it.

Trademark a Name – How to Register a Trademark for Your Business

So, you finally settled on the perfect name for your product or service – it describes the business without being overly descriptive, it tells your customers exactly what you want them to know and it's catchy. That's fantastic! Finding just the right name is vitally important to the success of any product line or service.

Trademark Infringement Against Newly Formed Businesses

Many years after forming a new business, your company may receive a letter telling you that your company’s name is infringing upon another company’s name. This could lead to either your company being forced to change its name or undergo litigation.