Can I name my business similar to another?

A business name generally can be protected as a trademark under federal and state trademark law. As a general rule, if someone in a similar field to yours is already using a particular business or organization name, you should not use it, nor should you use a name that would be confusingly similar.

Does company name have to be same as brand name?

In most states, competitor companies are even allowed to have similar trade names. On the other hand, when a business registers a trademark the company is protected under trade mark law and is able to legally enforce the unauthorized use of their trademark.

Can you use other company names in advertising?

It is perfectly acceptable and within the bounds of the law to use another’s trademark in advertising, provided certain standards are met. The advertisement must be truthful and the use of another’s trademark must not give a false impression of connection, approval or sponsorship by the owner of the other mark.

Can I trademark a business name already in use?

A registered trademark offers legal protection to unique logos, designs and names your business uses. You can’t file to register a trademark that someone else is already using if they used the trademark first.

Can I use a name for my business that already exists?

Trademarked names are registered with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and are protected nationally. If a business name is already trademarked, you are prohibited from using it even if the company operates in a different state to yours.

Is company name different from business name?

The difference between a trading name, business name and company name. A business name is simply a name under which you conduct a business. A company is a separate legal entity registered with ASIC.

Are domain names trademarks?

A mark comprised of a domain name may be registered as a trademark or service mark in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. However, just like any other mark, the domain name is registrable only if it functions to identify the particular source of goods or services offered.