Morgantown Startup Attorneys & Lawyers

Key Takeaways:

• An international trademark search helps businesses avoid conflicts, protect brands, and expand globally.
• WIPO’s Global Brand Database and Madrid Monitor are essential search tools.
• Companies must understand trademark classes, figurative elements, and translation implications.
• The Madrid System simplifies filing in multiple countries, but requires a national application or registration first.
• Professional legal guidance is often necessary for complex global filings.What Is International Trademark Search?

International trademarks are used by companies that are planning to export their services or products overseas. The registration and application process for international trademarks is regulated by the Madrid Protocol. Unlike the trademark protection provided by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Offic

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Key Takeaways

• Ensure your business name is unique to avoid trademark infringement and legal issues.

• Conduct a comprehensive search using the USPTO database to check for federally registered trademarks.

• Your business name cannot conflict with existing business names at the state level. Check with your state’s business name registry to confirm.

• Running a domain name check helps you secure a matching web address before someone else claims it.

• Check social media to ensure another party does not already use your business name.

• Perform a Goo

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Key Takeaways

• Non-solicitation agreements prohibit employees from soliciting clients or customers from their employer. They can also prohibit taking confidential information from a former employer if you later work for a competitor.
• These agreements protect the company's valuable relationships with clients and employees.
• They typically cover business clients, employees, and confidential information.
• Non-solicitation agreements include geographical and time limits.
• These agreements are commonly used when employees interact with clients during company sales or restructuring.
• Agreements must be specific, reasonable, and enforceable within legal constraints.
• Proving a breach involves demonstrating solicitation against the agreement's terms—this can be challenging to enforce.
• Best introduced before employment begins as part of hiring terms.
• Agreements should include clear, s

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