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AMAZON ARBITRAtION LAWYER

Amazon has a nasty habit of seizing funds from sellers, claiming what amounts to a breach of contract. We fight to reclaim what’s yours.

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trademark, Patent, & Copyright Enforcement

Protect your brand and help ensure your intellectual property rights are enforced.

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Litigation

We have robust experience in this area, handling hundreds of claims per year. We can represent the plaintiff or defendant in a case.

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Trademark Infringement Litigation Attorney

Trademarks are vital assets for any business. If someone is infringing on your trademarked property, enforcing your rights in a timely and strategic manner is critical.Ford Banister LLC has successfully represented clients in litigation cases involving a range of trademark infringement issues, including counterfeiting, unfair competition, and trademark dilution. Understanding, protecting, and enforcing your rights is…

How can I stop someone from selling counterfeit versions of my product?

Under the Lanham Act, the importation, exportation, and sale of counterfeit goods are prohibited, and such goods can be seized by the government.  Legal action can result in significant statutory damages aimed at deterring counterfeiting.  Damages for trademark counterfeiting can be as high as $2,000,000 per counterfeit mark. The immediate goal is to force the…

When Can I Use the ® Symbol?

You can legally use the “® ” symbol after successfully registering with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).The “®” symbol is a critical indicator in trademark law, denoting that a trademark is registered with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). You may use this symbol only after the USPTO has officially…

What’s the difference between a trademark, copyright, and a patent?

Trademarks: Trademarks are protected under the Federal Lanham Act. They consist of source identifiers and can include elements like logos, word marks, jingles, or even unique scentsCopyrights: Copyrights protect creative works, which encompass a wide range of artistic expressions such as songs, writings, screenplays, and other compositions. Patents: Patents are designed to protect useful articles…

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