Month: February 2021

Mis-Classification of Employees As Independent Contractors and Wage Theft

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There are very strict laws put into place for the protection of employees from certain questionable practices done by employers. Most of these laws are stated in the Fair Labor and Standards Act, which although passed in the 1930s, has been frequently updated. Unfortunately, many employers in the United States are constantly trying to find ways around these laws. One common way employers try to evade employment laws is by mis-representing employees as independent contractors. Independent contractors are paid less than permanent employees, and so employers can pay them according…

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How to Trademark a Slogan

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The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) says that your trademark will protect your symbols and words from those of other manufacturers or sellers and that they denote your service or product’s source if it meets certain criteria. So, if you want to trademark a slogan you will have to follow the USPTO guidelines and demonstrate that the slogan is used specifically by you or your company and that is not used by anyone else. Here are the steps you should take to trademark your slogan: 1. Get familiar…

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How to Trademark a Name or Logo

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The best way to protect your trademark, whether it is a word, logo, acronym or slogan, is by UK trademark registration. Trademark registration also protects the reputation and investment attached to your trademark. When filing a UK trademark application at the UK Intellectual Property Office, you must make a number of important decisions, including: – What version of the trademark should you apply for? Should you file for a word Mark, a Logo or a combination of the two? Should strap lines or slogans be included? Should a Logo be…

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Recent Amendments In Trade Mark Rules India

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The Trademark Rules, 2002 have been amended and Trade Mark (Amended) Rules, 2010 have come into force with effect from May 20, 2010. The major change is amendment in Fourth Schedule of the TradeMark Rules i.e. adoption of all 45 international classes. Earlier international classes 43, 44 and 45 were merged in class 42 in India, but from May 20, 2010 separate application has to be filed for services covered under International class 43, 44, 45. Another change in insertion of proviso to Rule 62(3), that provides for issuance of…

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Fighting a Speeding Ticket in New York

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One can fight a speeding ticket. If you have have been ticketed, you must first read carefully the information at the back of your ticket. You also must respond to the ticket with an answer (pay the fine, enter a plea) within a certain amount of time or face a suspension or revocation of your driver’s license. This information should be available on the ticket. You can respond to their ticket either online, by mail, phone, or in person at the DMV. If you do not believe you were speeding…

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Criminal Background Check Possible With The Internet

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If you have a gym instructor who makes you feel uncomfortable or a colleague who keeps an eye on you or perhaps a new neighbour whose acts are rather unbecoming, what would you do? Instead of just making your own judgments and wallowing in worries, digging through Ohio Criminal Records will give you the right answers you need. This information contains relevant details you can use to find out more about someone from this State. In its legal sense, criminal is defined as involving or being or having the nature…

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The Duration of Copyright Explained

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Could copyright get any more complicated? There are so many factors that play into the laws governing each work, and determining the duration of copyright is no exception. As a general rule for countries who are signatories of the Bern Convention (over 100 countries are members of this convention), the minimum duration of copyright is 50 years after the death of the author. Some countries, however, have chosen to increase this to 70 years after the death of the author. Although there is a general rule of thumb, copyright duration…

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How to Choose Your Criminal Defense Attorney

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The legal process can be tricky for those who aren’t familiar with it – chances are, if you’re accused of a crime you’re going to need a bit of help. A great criminal defense attorney knows the system and has experience with your type of case, and has probably been practicing law in your area for quite awhile. Research is Key The key to success in finding a great attorney is figuring out their background and experience. The Bar Association in your area will have a listing of attorney according…

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Conveyancing Fees – Smart Tricks Will Keep You Paying Low

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Do you need to transfer the ownership of your real estate or property in legitimate way? How should you start? What are the processes? What are the documents you need to prepare? There are so many things involved in a property transfer process. Or you want to buy a property. How to negotiate the price? Are you getting accurately what you are assured by the owner? The whole process is related with large amount of money so we all become suspicious and feeling helpless during the process. This is when…

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The Effects of Divorce

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A divorce is a decision in court that is for the purpose of terminating a marriage. The parties are able to marry again after the divorce is served. Obtaining a divorce is a very traumatic experience for both partners. The falling apart of an intimate relationship is very stressful for the persons involved. Being separated alone can carry a great number of countless emotions. The shift from the normal routine of life and the expenses incurred can produce further stress. If there are kids involved, the trauma of the severance…

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