Trademarks are valuable representations of the goodwill of your business that connects a specific product to your brand for your consumers. As your startup or business matures (or if you acquire a company) you will likely need a trademark assignment agreement. This is a type of agreement for transferring ownership that provides a variety of business benefits necessary for protecting purchased or transferred trademark Read More

One of the most important pieces of intellectual property is the registered trademark. The trademark registration process protects your mark from use by others. If you’re wondering how to tell if something is trademarked or how to check a trademark status, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) offers a streamlined process. How to See If Something Is Trademarked Already When you create a new Read More

What is the doctrine of unclean hands? This legal doctrine can seem complicated, but it is designed to protect the legal system's integrity and prevent a party from using the courts to gain an unfair advantage over another. If a person has committed a wrongful act and seeks to use the court to gain an advantage over the other party, the court may refuse to hear the case. The doctrine of unclean hands is an Read More

Negotiating a contract is one of the most important processes for a business. A free contract review checklist template like the one below can be important. You’re entering into a legally binding agreement with at least one other party, and if either of you fails to fulfill your obligations, the other party gets a legal cause of action to sue you. Effective contract management requires a thorough review of key terms Read More

In your personal and business life you’ve likely read and signed plenty of contracts for yourself or your LLC. Often, these agreements contain boilerplate additional terms that are somewhat standard and used in all types of contracts. While common, they are extremely important - especially the contract integration clause. Understand what is an integration clause in your written agreements and the purpose it serves to Read More

A joint venture agreement Florida is a unique type of business relationship that individuals and organizations may consider to achieve a variety of business purposes. Our guide will provide you with a foundation understanding of JV agreements, why they exist, key terms to consider, and sample agreements. What Is a Joint Venture Agreement? Our Definition If you consistently work on business projects with one or Read More

​​Whether you are looking to buy a property for residential, investment, or commercial purposes, a due diligence real estate checklist will come in handy. There is a lot more that goes into due diligence than physically inspecting the property – and even that can be tricky for first-time homeowners and investors. Lucky for you, we at the Cueto Law Group have your back. Here is everything you need to know about due Read More

Cybercrime is on the rise, with millions of people falling victim to different types of cyber crimes regularly. With so many different types of cybercrime, it is essential to understand how to protect yourself. Taking the time to understand cybercrime and its many forms will help you avoid becoming a victim. What is Cyber Crime? Cybercrime is the act of committing a crime using a computer, the internet, mobile Read More

Trademark infringement is when a competitor or other business uses your trademark or a similar one so that it creates confusion amongst consumers about the goods or services they’re buying. When necessary, you will want to file your claim before the expiration of Florida’s trademark infringement statute of limitations. Filing before the statute of limitations preserves your ability to protect your trademark and Read More

A successful trademark establishes brand identity and conveys your company or product’s values to the public. But what is trademark infringement? Under the Lanham Act, trademark infringement elements include (1) use (2) in commerce (3) of a registered mark that causes confusion. Common defenses include fair use, parody, and unclean hands. What Is Trademark Infringement? In general, a trademark is a type of Read More