Generally, any business that doesn't use its legal name as part of its business name must file a fictitious name statement with a government agency, usually the county clerk's office. For more information on when, why and how to register a fictitious name, see Registering Your Business Name . You may also want to take advantage of the extra protection that registering your name as a trademark can give you. For more information, see How Federal Trademark Registration Works . Shows you how to choose a distinctive name competitors can't copy, register it and fight infringers.
Domain names are today's gold.
This guide will show you how to choose, register and protect a great URL for your site. The nuts and bolts of registering a trademark with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Here's how to choose a legal business name that will qualify for trademark protection and help identify your company's products and services. Your Proposed Business Name Is Available Find out if your desired business name is free for you to use. Choosing and Registering a Domain Name How to pick, register and protect your website's unique address.