What do I do when I see someone using my company name?

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   Anthony Vassallo

   Brooklyn Business Attorney

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   Answered October 24, 2012 16:53. One thing that you do not mention is whether you are operating under a trade name or a name that is trademarked or registered in some fashion that identifies it as yours. It is possible to have a store called Pat's Plumbing Supply in Brooklyn and another one by the same name in Queens.
   
   Consult with an attorney to understand the situation and what you can do.

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   Jeffrey Kurzon

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   Answered October 24, 2012 13:35. Talk to a lawyer with a background in business law and intellectual property.

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   Sebastien Gaddini

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   Answered October 25, 2012 13:43. Do you have a trade name? You need to give more details and to consult with a business attorney in New York.

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