R is not for railroad or movie ratings…
One of the easiest ways to protect your brand is to Trademark it. Keeping that in mind, it is unlawful
EPGD Law
July 29, 2017
Intellectual Property Law
EPGD’s 10 Steps to Start A Business
As times change, businesses change as well. We’ve seen a boom in entrepreneurial businesses throughout South Florida. If you find yourself feeling the bug, here are EPGD’s 10 simple steps to starting your own business.
Eric Gros-Dubois
July 5, 2016
Business Law
What is a DBA?
It is important to note that a fictitious business name is not the same as a trademark. Entities like trademarks, service marks, corporations, and limited partnerships are legal names. In contrast, the registration of a fictitious business name does not create any exclusive ownership rights, nor does it reserve the name against future use.
Eric Gros-Dubois
July 5, 2016
Intellectual Property Law
Charlie Sheen Changed his name, you can too!
Charlie Sheen, Lady Gaga, Lana Del Rey, Bruno Mars, Jamie Foxx, they all have one thing in common. They’ve changed their name. In case you didn’t know, celebrities aren’t the only ones who can do so. If you would like to legally change your name or restore a former a name, you may do so in Florida, provided that you are 18 years of age or older and satisfy certain other requirements. In particular, the state of Florida has set forth specific procedures, which govern all legal name changes of Florida residents.
Eric Gros-Dubois
May 10, 2016
What are useful pointers when entering a “Joint Agreement”?
In Florida, a joint venture is not a statutory entity or form; rather, it is a contractual arrangement whereby two
EPGD Law
March 14, 2016
Mark Commerce international inscription
Business and commerce is becoming more and more globalized. Concomitant with this increase in globalization, intellectual property needs more protection,
EPGD Law
November 24, 2015
Things to Know Before You Remix Music
Remixing other artists’ music in today’s world with so much technology may seem an easy thing to do. The reality
EPGD Law
October 30, 2015
Intellectual Property Law
What is a Fictitious Business Name?
An important aspect of establishing a business is finding the right name under which a given company is to conduct its business. While some business owners choose to use their own legal name, such as “Jane Smith’s Hair Salon,” others might prefer to use a catchphrase or a term associated with the nature of the business or its product, for example “Jane’s Cuts,” or “Fashion Cuts.” In the latter case, the business is said to operate under a fictitious business name.
Eric Gros-Dubois
October 30, 2015
Intellectual Property Law
How to Register a Florida Trademark
In Florida, the general rule for trademark rights is “First In Use, First In Right.” In other words, you must be the first to use the mark in commerce. Either by selling products (for goods) or providing services (for services) before you can register the trademark.
Eric Gros-Dubois
October 30, 2015