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Do These 5 Things When Starting a New Business
We are a small business and we specialize in helping small businesses protect their brands. Here are 5 essential tips for anyone starting a new venture.
25 Reasons to Use a Trademark Attorney
There are an infinite number of reasons for an attorney to help you with your brand protection. Erik shares his top 25 in this episode.
Be Like Taylor: 3 Swift Trademark Tips
Taylor Swifts musical success is undeniable, and her brand protection is equally impressive. Erik shares 3 trademark tips inspired by Taylor.
25 Classes of Goods and Services at the USPTO
When applying for a trademark, its important to use the correct classification for your goods and/or services. Erik shares 25 of the many different classifications for goods and services in this epis
The Role of Trademarks in Erik’s Favorite Legal Movie
Erik describes how his favorite comedy movie uses the power of a trademark to win a trial in this episode.
25 Tips from a Former Trademark Examiner
Erik shares key insider tips he learned from his time as a USPTO Examiner in this episode
Comments on USPTO Fee Increases
Our take on the USPTOs proposed fee increases and how small businesses may be affected.
25 Examples of Great Small Business Brands
Great brands are everywhere you just have to look!
Patent, Trademark, and Copyright: Definitions and Differences
What are the distinctions between patents, trademarks, and copyrights? Erik breaks it down in this episode. To schedule a free initial consultation, visit https://www.erikpelton.com/calendar/
25 Great USPTO Resources
The USPTO has a wealth of great resources for the general public, and Erik recommends 25 of his favorites in this episode.