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It's the holiday season and entrepreneurs are in overdrive mode trying to ensure that they maximize last quarter profits---many using social media. But, are you opening your business up to additional legal liability with contests, promotions, and endorsements? Maybe. Join the conversation to find potential areas of risk and what you can do to stay out of trouble. ► If you enjoyed this podcast, follow and subscribe: Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCOYXLPT-ji5elGUe9m3wuNw Facebook: www.facebook.com/toslegal Instagram: www.instagram.com/toslegal Website: www.toslegal.com/contact Soundcloud: @user-254229038 Sticher: www.stitcher.com/podcast/temi-siy…-live?refid=stpr Apple Podcasts on Itunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-t…d1435714741?mt=2 Copyright © 2018 Temi Siyanbade. All rights reserved. Music: Social Kapital by Glad Rags.

What's the rule with infringement? When I register my trademark am I good? Why did Etsy send me this letter? Today on Ask Temi Live! we are going to get a better understanding of what it means to infringe on someone else's work. It may not be as simple as you originally though. Join the conversation happening now! ► If you enjoyed this podcast, follow and subscribe: Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCOYXLPT-ji5elGUe9m3wuNw Facebook: www.facebook.com/toslegal Instagram: www.instagram.com/toslegal Website: www.toslegal.com/contact Soundcloud: @user-254229038 Sticher: www.stitcher.com/podcast/temi-siy…-live?refid=stpr Apple Podcasts on Itunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-t…d1435714741?mt=2 Copyright © 2018 Temi Siyanbade. All rights reserved. Music: Social Kapital by Glad Rags.

Building a website is one of the first step many business owners take when starting out. Many people call me and proudly declare, "I've already got a website." They go to sites like GoDaddy.com or 1and1, type in their business name and voilà…they have a new web address. There's nothing wrong with securing a website, but does that actually protect your trademark rights? That's our focus today on Ask Temi Live! Don't miss this Ask Temi Live! Case focus: Nike vs. Gueijun Xu ► If you enjoyed this podcast, follow and subscribe: Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCOYXLPT-ji5elGUe9m3wuNw Facebook: www.facebook.com/toslegal Instagram: www.instagram.com/toslegal Website: www.toslegal.com/contact Soundcloud: @user-254229038 Sticher: www.stitcher.com/podcast/temi-siy…-live?refid=stpr Apple Podcasts on Itunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-t…d1435714741?mt=2 Copyright © 2018 Temi Siyanbade. All rights reserved. Music: Social Kapital by Glad Rags.

One of the most important decisions a business owner must make is how they would like to represent themselves to the world, or in other words, what type of logo should they choose. The answer to this question has very important legal implications and consequences that you should be aware of as you make your decision. Learning from the athletic brand Adidas, choose a logo that is perfect for your brand and safe from unnecessary legal conflict. This Ask Temi is a must watch! ► If you enjoyed this podcast, follow and subscribe: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOYXLPT-ji5elGUe9m3wuNw Facebook: www.facebook.com/toslegal Instagram: www.instagram.com/toslegal Website: www.toslegal.com/contact Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-254229038 Sticher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/temi-siyanbade/ask-temi-live?refid=stpr Apple Podcasts on Itunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-temi-live/id1435714741?mt=2 Copyright © 2018 Temi Siyanbade. All rights reserved. Music: Social Kapital by Glad Rags.

QOTD: Can you use trademarked names in different industries? You've discovered the perfect name for your new business, but there's one hiccup. Another business across the country has the same name--in a different industry. What are your options? Find out as Temi Siyanbade, Houston based trademark attorney tackles this question while sharing the story of Lush Cosmetics and Bath Works vs. Lush Fashion. Copyright © 2018 Temi Siyanbade. All rights reserved. Music: Social Kapital by Glad Rags.

How close is too close when it comes to naming your business? How important is it to have a business name that is distinct from other businesses? What are the factors that you need to consider when your trying to make a decision about your business name? Today, let's tackle these questions so that you don't make some of the fatal naming mistakes that could shut your business down. Copyright © 2018 Temi Siyanbade. All rights reserved. Music: Social Kapital by Glad Rags.

Entrepreneurs are constantly trying to decide whether they should name their businesses after themselves, but I great question to ask is, "what does the law require?" SERIES: Luxury brands like Louis Vuitton and Hermes understand that brand name and value are worth more than a businesses tangible assets. One proverb puts it this way, " A good name is more desirable than great riches; to be esteemed is better than silver or gold." (Proverb of King Solomon). So it begs the question, how do we choose, develop, and protect the names of the businesses we start? That's what we'll be exploring over the next few weeks on Ask Temi Live! Today's video addresses one of the factors when deciding whether to use your personal name for your business brand. Copyright © 2018 Temi Siyanbade. All rights reserved. Music: Social Kapital by Glad Rags.

How valuable can a business name be? Well, according to Forbes, the brand name Apple is worth $182.8 billion...Please understand, this is not how much the entire brand is worth. This is just the name. This is 21% of the company's overall value. Google is second on the list with its brand being valued at $132.1 billion. Now, the tech companies are definitely at the top of this list, but it doesn't mean that brand name value is not important for the other players. Luxury brands like Louis Vuitton and Hermes understand that brand name and value are worth more than a businesses tangible assets. One proverb puts it this way, " A good name is more desirable than great riches; to be esteemed is better than silver or gold." (Proverb of King Solomon). So it begs the question, how do we choose, develop, and protect the names of the businesses we start? That's what we'll be exploring over the next few weeks on Ask Temi Live! Today's video discusses the million dollar trademark mistake, Apple Computers made at its inception, so that today's business owners won't make the same mistakes. (Recorded via Facebook Live) Follow me on: Facebook: www.facebook.com/toslegal Instagram: www.instagram.com/toslegal Copyright © 2018 Temi Siyanbade. All rights reserved. Music: Social Kapital by Glad Rags. http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Glad_Rags/Wonder_Under/Glad_Rags_-_Wonder_Under_-_02_Social_Kapital

This month, we are all about nonprofits. In today's, podcast we discuss 3 guidelines to help you win money for your organization. If you are someone with a cause, access the money you need to serve. Website: www.toslegal.com Facebook/Instagram/twitter: @toslegal

E-Commerce is the way of the future, but there are some legal risks and issues you should know about before you dive in. In this conversation, we discuss the 10 Legal Issues E-Commerce Business owners should know. Let me know what issues you think will be the most challenging to face as an entrepreneur. Copyright © 2018 Temi Siyanbade. All rights reserved.