by attorney-austin | Nov 17, 2009 | Business
What are the advantages of a federal trademark registration? Owning a federal trademark registration on the Principal Register provides several advantages constructive notice to the public of the registrant’s claim of ownership of the mark a legal presumption of... by attorney-austin | Nov 16, 2009 | Business
“What are the different chapters?” They refer to different parts, called chapters, of the bankruptcy law. Individuals may use Chapter 7 or Chapter 13. Chapter 7 gives you a fresh start by discharging your unsecured debts (such as credit cards and medical... by attorney-austin | Nov 16, 2009 | Business
Trademark Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) What does it mean to “trademark” a business or product name or logo? Trademark ownership is usually determined by who uses the mark first in a commercial setting. So, by simply using a name, logo, or other symbol... by attorney-austin | Nov 16, 2009 | Business
Protection and Remedies for Unfair Competition Most of the time, the name or product of a business is legally protected from being usurped by a competing company. In addition to federal law, some states have laws that protect trademarks, copyrights, and patents, as... by attorney-austin | Nov 16, 2009 | Business
Non-Disclosure Agreements Proprietary information, such as confidential business information, trade secrets, and intellectual property, may be worth millions of dollars. Public exposure or use by others may potentially dilute or destroy the value of such information.... by attorney-austin | Nov 16, 2009 | Business
Employer Liability Under Respondeat Superior In general, people are not liable for the actions of others. There are, however, exceptions to this rule. One long-standing exception is the doctrine of “respondeat superior,” a Latin term meaning “let the...