Generally, a debt collector can only communicate to whomever you authorized them to contact. Please contact an attorney who specializes in debt...

Smart move. I'd suggest speaking with a trademark attorney to make sure you can register your name and to get it done properly.

Hi, you appear to be asking about a transaction between you and another person. The NC Unfair and Deceptive Trade Practices Act is meant to protect...

Dealing with debt collectors is never fun or easy. The North Carolina Bar offers a lawyer referral service. You can also search for an attorney...

There are a lot of important details missing that you cannot share on a public website. I strongly suggest you speak to a trademark attorney to...

As previously stated, clarify what "PHP" means or refers to. Although it may be a moot point with regard to trademarking, "Financial Group." You...

As previously stated, registering your company with the state allows you to do business in the state, it does not trademark your name. If the other...

Short answer, not likely. Write them out side by side. If they look similar, you'll likely run into a likelihood of confusion denial. I suggest...

You concerns appear to involve intellectual property rights more than consumer defense, which generally involve consumer debt. I strongly recommend...

Short answer, yes. How that shared ownership is structured matters. Work with a trademark attorney to make sure every step is done right.