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Pop-up Bar Sued for Violating SpongeBob SquarePants’ Trademarks, Intellectual Property
Any restaurant, bar owner has to understand some business basics to function and thrive. Among the basic knowledge add an elementary understanding of intellectual property and trademarks. First of all, do not infringe on other’s intellectual creations. Intellectual...
Arizonenses Pueden Limpiar Ahora Algunos Antecedentes Penales de Marihuana
Attorney Marcos explica el proceso de limpiar los records de ciertos antecedentes de marihuana.
Now You Can Clean Some Marijuana Convictions in Arizona
Attorney Marcos explains expungement of some marijuana records in Arizona and the benefits it brings .
Some Marijuana Companies Violating Candy Trademarks
Now that marijuana has been approved for recreational purposes in states such as Arizona, edible cannabis companies are creating products and trying to be creative. However, some are copying established candy brands' look and feel. This is not cute, funny, or...
How to Avoid TV Piracy Lawsuits-Tool Kit for Restaurants, Bars
Attorney Marcos E. Garciaacosta has been fighting false TV piracy lawsuits against powerful opponents. Most bars, restaurants, barbers, and salon owners are not knowledgeable about copyrights, TV piracy, or intellectual property rights. Especially immigrant-led...
3 Ways to Get Sued for Intellectual Property Theft
Most people do not know, but intellectual property theft is real. The general public needs to know private investigators protect owners against IP theft. Even the US government gets involved in IP protection. What is Intellectual Property Theft? The FBI states...
Operating Agreements: Just Like a Prenup for Your Business
Some legal documents are too important to ignore. One of those is an Operating Agreement. This is especially important for a Limited Liability Corporation (LLC) with more than one owner. Basically, this document will be like a prenuptial agreement. Why? Creating a...
What to Know Now: Trademarks 101
Independently of the size of their business, owners must pay attention to the trademark basics. Many business owners dedicate efforts and money to branding, but without the trademark protection, others can steal the brand. Without careful research, your branding...
How Walter Mercado Almost Lost His Trademarks and IP Forever
Like so many others in this pandemic time, I’m seeking stories on Netflix. Last week I found “Mucho Mucho Amor: The Legend of Walter Mercado” For those who do not know, Walter Mercado was iconic. He was a popular, flamboyant astrologer who entertained homemakers...
Higher Fees for Trademarks, Other Services in 2021
Higher fees on trademarks and other USPTO services are scheduled for 2021. Attorney Marcos E. Garciaacosta explains.
