I advice on copyright, incorporating laws for the US. I need to incorporate my company name and copyright the logo and web site. I began a blog and developed a web site, and want to ensure that everything is legally covered. Please contact me as soon as possible, as it is a timely issue until site launch. We are currently expats overseas, so tips on filing are gbreatly appreciated!
You need to decide which state you are going to incorporate your business. Each state has a Secretary of State website with a Division of Corporations section that will explain what documents you need to complete to incorporate your business.
You would need a trademark registration for your logo and company name. First you should conduct a trademark search to determine if anyone else is using the marks in the US or where ever you are going to market your products/services. If your trademark search reveals other people or entities are using the same mark for similar products/services, you need to change the mark. If your trademark search reveals no one else is using the mark for similar products/services you should proceed to file a trademark application for the trademarks (logo and name).
If you are marketing your goods/services in interstate commerce then go to the USPTO website and follow the instructions to file a trademark application. There are videos and manuals available for your use on the website. If you are marketing your goods/services internationally you need to consider other countries you need to register your trademarks. This information is also on the USPTO website.
You can obtain a copyright registration for your website through the US Copyright Office. Go to their website and follow the instructions for registering a work.
Since you have not provided any details on the product/services and where you will be selling your products/services, it is very difficult to provide more advise. Best of luck.
Crystal Broughan
Marks Gray, P.A.
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