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New California Legislative Acts

New California Legislative Acts – October 2021 California Governor Newsom announced Friday, October 8, 2021 that he has signed the following bills:
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Cease and Desist Letters: Defined, Usage, and Samples

At first, a cease and desist letter may seem intimidating regardless of whether you are receiving one or writing one. However, certain misconceptions surrounding cease-and-desist should be noted before choosing to write or respond to one. 
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How to Register a Trademark with the USPTO

Have you ever noticed a “®” symbol next to a company’s name? These symbols indicate that a company has registered a trademark or service mark with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), the U.S. Department of Commerce agency that provides extensive protection through the U.S. government.
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The California Recall Process

After a controversial maskless photo in November and approximately 1.7 million signatures across California, the Secretary of State Shirley Weber announced on July 1st that there would be a Gubernational Recall Election in California on September 14th.