The world has seen a dramatic change with the global spread of the Coronavirus (Covid-19). Never in modern history has an event had such an immediate and profound impact on both people and commerce. Understandably, the primary focus of government has been to protect the public from the further spread of the virus while focusing…
Some people might think you only need to seek advice from an attorney if you want to sue someone or you are being sued. Actually, there are numerous ways an attorney can help you throughout your life. Here are ten reasons to consider consulting an attorney: Estate Planning: It is always a good idea to…
Patent laws in the United States recently received a major overhaul with significant changes for inventors. One of the most important changes is from a “first to invent” system, where the first person to actually invent is granted a patent, to a “first inventor to file” system where the first filing date wins, regardless of…
Before starting a business, there are several necessary steps to take in order to make sure the business is legal and complies with local, state, and federal statutes, regulations, and taxes. The attorneys at The Carroll Law Firm PLC have put together the following checklist to assist clients in starting their business. PLANNING STAGES Create…
Of all the things we own, our home and its belongings are probably our most prized possessions. We buy insurance to cover it in case of loss; we lock it up when we leave; we install security systems; and we still have our neighbors watch over it when we are gone for long periods of…
The short answer is no. You can apply for a federal trademark registration even if you have not used a product. Prior to Nov. 16, 1989 a trademark application could not be submitted without proof that the trademark had already been “used in commerce.” This resulted in large companies shipping small quantities of products with…
A trademark is not the same as registering the name of your business. A trademark is a word, phrase, symbol, or logo that distinguishes and identifies the source of goods of one company or person from another. Trademarks can also be granted to a business for its unique packaging, building designs, color, sound, and even…
