QUESTION
Can someone use my business name without my permission?
Asked on Jan 18th, 2014 on Litigation - Washington
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I opened a hair salon in March 2013. I've recently stumbled on someone using my business name without my permission. Is that legal?
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Bankruptcy Attorney serving Federal Way, WA
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Freeborn Law Offices P.S.
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If you don't have it copyrighted or name protected.
Answered on Jan 22nd, 2014 at 2:23 AM
Michael J. Breczinski
No and you can sue them if you had the name first.
Answered on Jan 22nd, 2014 at 2:23 AM
Thomas Edward Gates
No that is not legal. Check to see if it is a registered business, if not report them. Also, send a letter from an attorney to stop using it or else you will take legal action.
Answered on Jan 22nd, 2014 at 2:22 AM
James Edward Smith
No. You should get a trademark.
Answered on Jan 22nd, 2014 at 2:22 AM
Appellate Attorney serving Grosse Pointe Farms, MI
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See an attorney, there are a number of issues you should be concerned with. Your rights may be strong, or not exist, depending on the circumstances.
Answered on Jan 22nd, 2014 at 2:22 AM