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A name or mark that is created and does not exist which is unique, e.g. Zyaxis. It is easy to register for a mark but requires marketing efforts to educate the public about the nature of the goods or services being sold. … [Read more...] about FANCIFUL MARK

Also known as FMLA, this federal law required employees to provide 12 weeks to an employee of unpaid leave each year for the birth or adoption of a child, as well as for the health needs of the family or illnesses. The employee must be allowed to return to the same position or substantially similar position that the employee was in prior to the leave. FMLA only applies to … [Read more...] about FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE ACT

Spanish law. A measure of land, which is not the same in every province. In Spanish America, the fanega consisted of six thousand and four hundred square varas or yards. 2 White's Coll. 138. … [Read more...] about FANEGA

This term has been used to signify an agreement made between a father and his son, or children; or between brothers, to dispose of property in a different manner to that, which would otherwise take place. 2. In these cases frequently the mere relation, of the parties will give effect to bargains otherwise without adequate consideration. … [Read more...] about FAMILY ARRANGEMENTS

The US Federal National Mortgage Association. … [Read more...] about FANNIE MAE