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How Trademark Registration Protects Against Unfair Competition

By | Published May 27, 2026 | Posted in Trademarks and Unfair Competition | Tagged Tags: , , | Leave a comment

When another company uses a confusingly similar logo, product design or brand identity to mislead consumers, the resulting harm can extend far beyond lost sales. Trademark infringement can damage a company’s reputation, dilute consumer trust and create costly confusion in the marketplace. Federal trademark protections give businesses legal remedies to stop deceptive practices.  The United Read More

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Fired Police Officer’s Lawsuit to Determine if At-Will Employment Agreement Applies

By | Published May 20, 2026 | Posted in Contract Law | Tagged Tags: , , | Leave a comment

While contracts are generally enforceable as written, there can be situations where terms within employment agreements are held to be invalid for public policy reasons. This issue sometimes comes up in relation to noncompete agreements that limit where a person can work after they leave their employer. There can also be other types of situations Read More

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The Steps Required to Obtain Trademark Protection

By | Published May 13, 2026 | Posted in trade secrets | Tagged Tags: , , | Leave a comment

A trademark is a visual and conceptual part of a company’s branding. When a trademark is properly registered with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), a company has the legal ability to prevent others from using that or similar marks in ways that could confuse consumers or dilute the company’s brand. Trademark registration Read More

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Arizona Bill Would Restrict Premature Franchise Terminations

By | Published May 6, 2026 | Posted in Business Law | Tagged Tags: , , | Leave a comment

Franchisees devote substantial time, money and effort into making their business a success. While each franchise agreement has its own unique elements, it is generally understood that these extensive contracts favor the franchisor. There have been cases in these relationships where large companies have pulled the plug on small business owners seemingly for no good Read More

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Donald W. Hudspeth
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Attorney Donald W. Hudspeth has more than twenty years’ experience practicing corporate and business law. Before attending law school, Mr. Hudspeth held a stock brokers license at the age of 21 and owned his own business at the age of 23. He was a business law professor at Arizona State University, West Campus, and has conducted classes and seminars for a number of higher institutions and organizations. Mr. Hudspeth has published two books on law and is the founder of the radio programs Law on the Edge and Law Talk.

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