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October 20, 2026

How to Respond to a Trademark Office Action

Deadlines, common refusals, and what a complete USPTO response should include

Received an Office Action from the USPTO? Learn the three-month response deadline, the difference between nonfinal and final actions, the most common refusals, and what a complete response includes.

October 20, 2026

Breach of Contract in Florida: A Practical Guide for Miami Businesses

What counts as a breach, the first steps to take, and the remedies Florida law provides

A supplier, customer, or partner failed to keep an agreement. Learn what Florida law requires to prove a breach of contract, the first steps to protect your business, and the remedies that may be available.

October 4, 2026

How Much Does a Trademark Cost in 2026?

USPTO filing fees, attorney scope, and budgeting for a Miami business

What does a trademark cost in 2026? Understand USPTO fees, attorney fees, extra charges, and how to budget for your Miami business.

September 15, 2026

Who Should Own a Trademark Application: You or Your Company?

How to identify the correct applicant before filing and document later ownership changes

The owner named in a trademark application should match the legal person or entity that owns the mark or has the bona fide intention to use it. Review ownership before filing, restructuring, selling a business, or submitting maintenance documents.

September 8, 2026

What Happens After a Notice of Allowance in an Intent-to-Use Trademark Application?

How to choose between a Statement of Use and an extension request By Sanchelima & Associates, P.A.

A Notice of Allowance does not register an intent-to-use trademark. Learn what the six-month deadline means, what evidence supports a Statement of Use, and when an extension may be appropriate.

September 5, 2026

A franchise agreement review for an existing business owner

Buying, renewing or transferring a franchise? Organize the FDD, contracts, territory terms, guarantees and business questions before committing.