Im starting a small company and i have a name and everything but i just need information on how to copyright the name and make it mine i visited www.uspto.com but the site is so confusing i dont know where exactly to go to file an application and also what are the fees and also i want the company name ending in (LLC) and do you know of anyone or company that makes logos for companies?
The Wrap Up:
1. How do i go about to copyright a ompany name (LLC)
2. What are the estimated fees involved
3. Do you know any companies or people that make logos for companies?
2006-10-22 06:14:14 · 5 answers · asked by pamens88 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Small Business
To register a trademark, that's done either through your Secretary of State for a State trademark or the US Patent & Trademark Office for a Federal trademark.
If you are only conducting business in one state, then a State trademark is most appropriate. If you conduct (OR are planning to conduct) business in at least 2 states OR between the US & any other country, you can file for a Federal trademark.
Prior to investing your time, money & effort into a name, it is strongly advised that comprehensive research be conducted to ensure that the name you're interested in is truly available.
This entails searching the pending & registered Federal and State trademark files as well as the US National Common-Law files. Then, if clear, you can decide if you would like to file for a Federal or a State trademark.
Hope that helps! I wish you much success & happiness in all your ventures!
2006-10-23 05:08:23 · answer #1 · answered by TM Express™ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I started my own business 3 years ago and decided to go the "LLC" route, so that I would not be subject to any kind of "personal liability" if something went wrong. You can do all of the paperworks yourself, with do-it-yourself type kits, but I wanted it done right, so I went to a corporate lawyer. It cost about $1200, but it was worth it. The lawyer handled everything and registered the LLC through the Secretary of States office. Also, there are benefits to incorporating in Deleware, Nevada...even in you are not located there. In my experience, I have been given business, over other companies, because we are an LLC, and that adds credibility. There are yearly costs to maintain LLC status in my state ($125 a year), but it is worth it. Check out "Incorporating Your Business for Dummies". Starting your own business is a lot harder than most people think, but it is worth it. Hang in there, have fun and good luck!!!
2006-10-22 09:20:31 · answer #2 · answered by nvjuliet 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You don't copyright a company name. You do register your trademark. Generally this is through the same government offices that handle copyrights and patents. Costs should be similar -- a few hundred $$$.
Once your trademark is registered, you MUST defend it against any encroachment. Any failure to vigorously defend your intellectual property and name may be viewed by the courts as a waiver of your rights to them.
The short answer is to retain an attorney who specializes in intellectual property rights.
As far as setting up an LLC, consult with an attorney who specializes in business law.
Consult with marketing firms or graphic artists for information on design of logs. Have your legal advisors review any contracts with those firms before you sign.
2006-10-22 06:28:22 · answer #3 · answered by Bostonian In MO 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you are able to trademark and copyright something at each and every time however if the business enterprise hasn't made a million penny as of yet. contain or LLC the business business enterprise call and copyright the emblem (the call is also trademarked.) i somewhat waited slightly to lengthy to and at the same time as i ultimately did somebody else took the call.
2016-12-05 02:43:48 · answer #4 · answered by scialpi 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
visit uspto.gov ,, they have everything you need to know to patent, copyright , trademark, and protect your business. Good luck
2006-10-22 06:22:20 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋