Frequently Asked Questions

Can a Pennsylvania business suggest links to any federal or state government entity in its name?

The rules and regulations for naming a Pennsylvania LLC are quite specific and must be adhered to strictly. One of the key rules is that the name of your Pennsylvania business cannot suggest links to any entity or agency of the federal or state government. This means that a Pennsylvania business cannot use its name to imply any form of affiliation or connection with any federal or state government entity. This rule is in place to prevent any potential confusion or misrepresentation that could arise from such an implication. In addition to this, there are other restrictions on the words that can be used in a business name. For instance, words like "bank," "university," "architect," "engineer," "pharmacist," and "insurance" among others are specifically prohibited unless additional documentation is provided. This is because these words are associated with specialized professions or institutions that require specific qualifications or licenses. Furthermore, the name of a Pennsylvania LLC must be unique and not be easily confused with the name of another business entity operating in the state. This means that certain words, abbreviations, punctuation, and symbols cannot be used to claim that a business name is unique.