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We are located in NC.
The name has already been registered and brand developed.
Will a trademark on the name, owned by myself or the LLC protect the LLC name?
Can each member give up the rights to take their name in the operating agreement?
answered on Sep 20, 2017
While I'm not exactly sure what the second part of your question is asking, a trademark filed with the USPTO will protect the LLC name if it is distinctive and unique, and that will apply nation-wide. Many local businesses don't opt for this level of protection if they only plan to... View More 
Now, I found where someone else has a "service mark" trademark of "stock market signals".... Do I have to give up my original business name? Thx! Jim
As a follow up... why would the USPTO allow a trademark of these common words?...... A trademark should be a mark of... View More
answered on Sep 11, 2017
Well, it sounds like you have not started using your mark in commerce, which is what is required to secure a priority date vs. another user. As such, if their mark is actually valid (federally registered marks are entitled to a presumption of validity, but that presumption can be overcome in... View More
answered on Sep 4, 2017
I assume you're asking about LLC naming conventions, because that is the most common type of corporate entity formed to hold real estate for investment purposes. Many real estate investors form LLCs for each property and name the LLC after the street address of the property. For example:... View More
We need to rent to another daycare.
answered on Jul 26, 2017
You will need to file a summary ejectment proceeding in small claims court. Even if you aren't owed monies for rent, it is the process you must use to evict someone.
Hi. We live in Concord NC. We signed a contract to build a new parking lot. The disign was signed and approved by the city. We paid the 88% already to the contractor and he didn't finish the job correctly. We talk all together with the engineer to let him know what he has to fix up. The... View More
answered on Jul 18, 2017
The contract terms should state how and when the contractor is entitled to payment and under what terms payment may be withheld. I would refer to the contract terms in attempting to negotiate with the contractor. If you have documented problems and the contractor won't fix them, you can... View More
answered on Jul 7, 2017
Generally, no.
What types of good will you be marketing? Will you just be advertising goods or will you be fulfilling customer orders, by dropshipping for example? If you're doing more than connecting a customer with a company you may need a license, depending on the industry... View More
I have had people who have stolen apps without permission, who have then sold my apps (properties) without my permission. I need a lawyer to represent me as retaliate as well as when I contact big name tech companies concerning offers. I need representation to help me draft contracts as well as... View More
answered on Apr 14, 2017
There are several attorneys listed on the Justia directory who would be able to help you. You should look for North Carolina attorneys with experience with copyright law, business transactions (licensing agreement and business entity formation), and civil litigation. You should contact 2-3... View More
answered on Jul 8, 2016
If you are packaging it from bulk for resale, probably. If you are just reselling a sealed package you have, I don't believe so but if you are a business why not contact your lawyer or insurance company.
I am in college and don't think I could run a business at the same time nor do I want to if I can help it but I'm worried about taxes.
The website is a side project of us (not officially launched yet) and will mainly contain user generated content. Revenues may be based on ads but will not happen in the near future after launch. Such ways would need to allow us to benefit from DMCA Safe-Harbor, and stay personally protected... View More
answered on Sep 4, 2014
In the first place, the only way to get any form of limited liability is through setting up an LLC, or corporation. Secondly, limited liability will protect the shareholders from certain types of corporate liabilities, but NOT from tort liability such as copyright infringement, trademark... View More
answered on May 11, 2011
if you want to do it legally, you should go down to your local municipality and tell them what you want to do. these are called "zoning laws."
answered on May 11, 2011
lawyers don't start businesses - entrepreneurs do. however, a lawyer can assist you in the maze of regulations, contractual requirements, and legal parameters. and if you plan on being big, you need to think big, and that often necessitates at least some involvement from an attorney. Rodney... View More
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