Trademarking Memes: Can You Really Own a Viral Joke?

Trademarking Memes

Let’s get something out of the way real quick:Memes aren’t just goofy pictures with Impact font anymore.They’re culture.They’re marketing tools.They’re how Gen Z communicates everything from love to late-stage capitalism.And let’s be honest—some memes carry more influence than Super Bowl ads. So… naturally, the question arises:“Can I own a meme? Like legally? Like trademark it?” … Read more

Protecting Your Brand on Amazon & Etsy: Trademark Tips for Sellers

Protecting Your Brand on Amazon & Etsy

Let’s set the scene. You’ve poured your heart into a product, created a name you love, designed packaging that slaps—and boom, someone else starts selling under your name, hijacking your listings, or worse… filing their trademark before you got around to it. Ouch. Whether you’re slinging hand-poured candles on Etsy or dominating a niche on … Read more

How to File a Trademark in the USA – Step-by-Step Guide

How to File a Trademark in the USA – Step-by-Step Guide

EVERYONE THINKS THEY OWN THEIR BRAND… UNTIL THEY DON’T. Let’s just start there. Brutal? Maybe. But totally true. You could pour your soul into a business name, whip up the most drool-worthy logo, and launch your dream product… only to get slapped with a cease and desist from someone who actually owns the trademark. I’ve … Read more