In England, a shop deeper; a small shop keeper. In the United States, a mechanic or artificer of any kind, whose livelihood depends un on the labor of his hands. Richie v. M& Cauley, 4 Pa. 472. "Primarily the words trader' and 'tradesman' mean one who trades, and they have been treated by the courts in many instances as synonymous. But, in their general application and … [Read more...] about TRADESMAN
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TRADE AGREEMENT
A pact made between nations that regulates the trade between them, e.g. NAFTA. … [Read more...] about TRADE AGREEMENT
TRADE DRESS
The packaging of a product that makes it distinctive and unique in the eyes of those in the market from other products. For example, a unique shape of a wine bottle or other unusual packaging. Trade dress can receive federal trademark protection if unique and distinguishable from other products in the marketplace. … [Read more...] about TRADE DRESS
TRADE NAME
The name of a business used in trade, usually appearing on letterhead and bank accounts. … [Read more...] about TRADE NAME
TRADE SECRET
A unique and confidential item of commercial information that may drive the success of a company's business. … [Read more...] about TRADE SECRET