by Nakia Gray | Feb 16, 2018 | Brand Protection, Business, Contracts, Uncategorized
As a lawyer, I get asked a lot of questions. I do my best to answer all that I can, but it starts to get overwhelming because all my inboxes get flooded! One of the most popular questions, I’ve noticed, is about verbal agreements or oral contracts. People can be...
by Nakia Gray | Mar 30, 2017 | Business
If you’re anything like me, you are super, DUPER excited that Spring is finally here!! Although Mother Nature hasn’t gotten the memo yet, Spring officially began last week. Spring is the perfect time to review your goals and get a fresh outlook on...
by Nakia Gray | Mar 16, 2017 | Brand Protection, Copyrights, Online Business, Trademarks, Uncategorized
As an IP attorney, one of the most FAQ I get is: “What is the difference between copyrights and trademarks and which one do I need to protect my stuff?” Trademark and copyright registrations are both types of intellectual property issued by the government,...
by Nakia Gray | Dec 6, 2016 | Business
Being an entrepreneur gives us tons of freedom and flexibility to do what we want, when we want, with whomever we want. We get to set our own hours, choose our clients, and define our own company’s culture. Yes. The life of an entrepreneur is pretty sweet. But, with...
by Nakia Gray | Oct 12, 2016 | Website
If you’re in business, you know that when it comes to getting new clients and establishing yourself as an authority in your industry, content is king {or queen}. Good content makes your website a destination spot — your customers devour your blog posts, hang on...
by Nakia Gray | Sep 10, 2016 | Wills
An Estate Plan details how your money, property, and assets will be distributed at your death. You don’t have to own a lot of property to have an estate. If you own anything at all, you have an estate. Here are just a few of the most common documents you need in an...
by Nakia Gray | Sep 10, 2016 | Wills
Nearly 70% of Americans do not have a will. Why? Many people think that having a will or an estate plan is only for the rich. Contrary to what many think, having an estate plan is primarily about making sure your legacy is what you want it to be, and not leaving it up...
by Nakia Gray | Jun 17, 2016 | Business, Business Formation, Launching a Business, Trademarks
(or you can do this now if you’ve already launched your business) Starting a business is so exciting and having the guts to jump into the sea of entrepreneurship is amazeballs. Choosing the name of your business is muy importante because if you don’t do it right at...
by Nakia Gray | Jun 15, 2016 | Blogging, Online Business, Website
You’ve probably heard something or another about a privacy policy but you may not really know what it is or if you should even care enough to find out. (Let’s be honest, you’ve got more than enough on your plate with your website design, copy, services, etc.) But,...
by Nakia Gray | Aug 22, 2015 | Brand Protection, Business, Trademarks
Like many, I’m sure you’ve toiled over finding the perfect name for your business and how to establish that subtle mix of appeal and innovation that expresses exactly who you are and what your business offers. A memorable name can create a buzz and do wonders...