Can You Trademark Your Name? What Authors, Musicians, and Personal Brands Need to Know
You’ve built something real around your name. Maybe you’re an author with a growing readership, a musician with a loyal fanbase, or an entrepreneur whose…
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Stars, Stripes & Strong Brands: What American Entrepreneurs Need to Know About Trademarking Their Business Name
Introduction Memorial Day is a time to pause and honor those who sacrificed everything to protect what they believed in. For American entrepreneurs, it’s also…
Trademarking a Slogan: What Works, What Doesn’t, and Why It Matters
Your slogan is more than a catchy phrase, it’s a promise to your customers. It captures your brand’s personality, communicates your value, and sticks in…
Quiero Trademark That! How Cinco de Mayo Brands Can Protect Their Business
Every May 5th, restaurants fill up, margaritas flow, and creative entrepreneurs everywhere roll out their best guacamole, their boldest salsa brand, or their most festive…
Taylor Swift Just Filed A Trademark For Her Voice and Image, And Every Brand Should Take Notice
On April 24, 2026, Taylor Swift’s company, TAS Rights Management, quietly filed three trademark applications with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office that sent shockwaves…
How Long Does It Take to Register a Trademark? A Realistic Timeline
From filing day to your certificate of registration — here’s what to expect at every stage. You’ve built something worth protecting. Maybe it’s a brand…
Write It Off: A Guide to Trademark-Related Tax Deductions for Business Owners
With Tax Day here, business owners may be scrambling to maximize deductions and minimize their tax burden. One category of legitimate business expenses often gets…
Small Business, Big Brand: Why Startups Can’t Afford to Skip Trademark Protection
When you’re launching a startup or running a small business, every dollar counts. You’re juggling limited resources, making tough choices about where to invest, and…
End of Q1 Trademark Audit: Is Your Brand Protection Where It Should Be?
As the first quarter of the year comes to a close, business owners everywhere are reviewing their performance, analyzing their numbers, and assessing whether they’re…
Fresh Start: Spring Trademark Tips for New Businesses Launching This Season
Spring is the season of renewal, growth, and new beginnings. As flowers bloom and days lengthen, entrepreneurs across the country are launching new businesses, turning…