You need to consult with a trademark attorney to get advice about your particular situation. Please note, however, that a trademark registration...

Registering your business in WY may cause double fees. Your business must be registered in each state in which it operates. If you will be working...

A franchisor is required to disclose: Whether it was a party to: An administrative, criminal, or material civil action alleging a violation of...

While I cannot interpret a contract clause without reviewing the contract and the context within which it is written, "upon execution" usually...

Should I apply for a ein?

Whether you should apply for an EIN depends on the tax structure for your business. If you are filing taxes as a sole proprietor (even if you have...

You can just leave out the apostrophe in the EIN registration without causing any issue or needing to change your name.

Franchise trademark vs. Existing clothing/retail unregistered currently for sale?

In the US, trademark rights are established by use in commerce, not by registration. Registration gives the registrant some benefits like placing...

The advice of my colleagues is spot on, the answer to your question depends on what your agreement and operations manual says. Please keep in...

In selecting an attorney to assist you, be sure you get an attorney with significant experience and a focus on franchising. Franchising has many...

In the US, trademark rights are established by usage, not registration. Registration gives the holder rights under the Lanham Act to prosecute...