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The IPelton® blog from EMP&A features hundreds of articles, posts, and videos featuring trademark and brand protection tips.
25 Ways to Use Your Trademark
The following is an edited transcript of my video 25 Ways to Use Your Trademark. There are so many ways one can use...
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The following is an edited transcript of my video Do These 5 Things When Starting a New Business. Form an LLC or corporation...
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The following is an edited transcript of my video What is a TTAB Discovery Conference? If you get involved in a dispute at...
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Read More >>>Patent, Trademark, and Copyright: Definitions and Distinctions
The following is an edited transcript of my video Patent,...
Read More >>>What is the Supplemental Register of Trademarks?
When it comes to trademark registration, there are strict rules. If a mark is generic,...
Read More >>>How Long Does a Trademark Last? (Your Complete Guide to Trademark Lifespans)
TL;DR: How long does a trademark last? Forever. Unlike patents...
Read More >>>25 Common Trademark Classes at the USPTO (Goods vs. Services)
TL;DR: When applying to register a trademark at the USPTO,...
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