Legal Question in Business Law in California

My Business name and possible infringments

Hello. I am starting a coffee shop that caters to consumers who seek organic foods. I have done some research and found that another company holds a similar name to mine. There is one word that is exactly the same and the others are different. As it example the other company name would read '' coral tree cafe'' and mine would read ''tree caffe.'' Is this something I should worry about? The name of my company is very generic and is not very specific. Please respond at your convenience.


Asked on 7/18/07, 2:58 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Johm Smith tom's

Re: My Business name and possible infringments

Don't go looking for problems like this; find a new name that avoids this type of confusion because they will eventually threaten to sue you.

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Answered on 7/18/07, 10:25 am
Edward Hoffman Law Offices of Edward A. Hoffman

Re: My Business name and possible infringments

The answer will depend upon many details about both your planned business and the existing business. You should invest in a legal consultation before you proceed.

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Answered on 7/18/07, 10:26 am


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