Lehi Business Law Blog

According to the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, a trade secret is information that has either actual or potential economic value because it is not generally known. It has value to others who cannot obtain the information and is subject to reasonable efforts to...

Coming up with a new business idea or product is an exciting time for an entrepreneur. Whether this is the first business venture or not, individuals in Utah and elsewhere should take certain steps to ensure their business venture is successful. For an entrepreneur to...

Intellectual property law covers a range of important legal topics that can protect marks, work products, and other proprietary information created by private individuals and businesses. In Utah, individuals may seek to protect the items of intellectual property that...

Business owners have many responsibilities, including deciding where to operate, how many employees to hire and what items to sell. As an employer, they also have an important obligation to maintain a workplace free from discrimination. It is against the law for...

Like a structure, building a business requires organization and preparing a blueprint. Drafting a business plan is the first and essential step for business formation and planning. Business plan defined A business plan is a written design for creating your business....

If you have a logo or slogan that consumers tie to your business, then you have valuable intellectual property. This is one of the best ways to build brand awareness and loyalty. That’s why it’s important to protect these marks and ensure that they aren’t losing or...

For entrepreneurs thinking of starting a new business in Utah, you are in good company. Recent studies on current trends reported that the third quarter of 2020 saw highest number of applicants for new business formation ever seen in the United States. Overall, U.S....

Getting a business off on solid footing requires not only hard work, investment resources and marketing research, but also planning, both for future growth and potential scenarios that could put the business at financial risk. Having a contingency plan in place in the...

Trademarks, patents and copyrights are all forms of intellectual property that are of significant value to Utah businesses. However, these different forms of intellectual property protect different things and provide unique value. The following is a brief overview of...

Starting a business begins with a great idea, but it can be hard to know where to turn to put that idea into action. There is helpful information available for new and prospective business owners in Utah. Business structures Business owners will need to choose an...