A trademark can be nearly anything that can distinguish one’s goods. So what makes a “good” trademark? The first thing to keep in mind is that a trademark might be very catchy but difficult to protect. If it cannot be protected then anyone can use it, and then it loses its value for you. It…
In the first entry of this two part blog series, we discussed four questions to ask yourself when deciding what business entity to choose. In part two, we go into detail about LLCs, Corporations, and tax considerations for each. Limited Liability Company (LLC) or Corporation The main reason to form an LLC or corporation is…
Bangor, Maine, January 1, 2022 – Our law firm is pleased to announce that attorneys Kristy M. Hapworth and Michael A. Hockenbury have been named to the partnership of Rudman Winchell, effective January 1st. As partners, both Kristy and Mike will continue to provide exceptional service and advocacy for their clients and we are excited…
By: Rudman Winchell Attorney F. David Walker IV Every year OSHA conducts thousands of inspections of private businesses around the country. In the State of Maine alone, more than 600 inspections of Maine businesses were conducted in the last fiscal year. A review of statistics published by OSHA reveals that, on average, OSHA inspections result…
Owners of new, successful businesses generally have several things in common. First, they offer a product or service that is unique in some way to their target market. Second, they actively seek out and utilize enabling technology to further distance their products or services from competitors. Third, they understand the importance of and implement the…
Federal trademark registration does not create trademark rights, but it does expand them. In fact, this expansion of existing rights is quite valuable. So how do you register your trademark? The first thing is to determine whether your trademark even qualifies for registration. A trademark must distinguish the goods or services of the applicant from…
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