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Learn how to correctly use the patent symbol, including “Patent Pending” and issued patent markings, and avoid misuse. Compare with trademark and copyright. read more

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Open a DBA checking account to separate business and personal funds, meet legal requirements, and streamline accounting. Learn documents, steps, and risks. read more

Learn how to revive an abandoned trademark, key deadlines, filing steps, and when a Petition to Revive is available to regain USPTO protection. read more

Protect your business with a basic photography contract. Cover key clauses for pet photography like liability, cancellations, editing, and client duties. read more

Learn what a physician shareholder agreement includes—ownership rules, buy-ins, profit sharing, exit strategies, and governance to protect your practice. read more

Learn how use patents protect new applications of existing inventions and how public use can prevent patent rights under U.S. law. read more