Fictitious Business Name
/ˌfɪkˈtɪʃəs ˈbɪznəs neɪm/
Definitions
- (n.) A trade name used by a business that differs from the official name registered with the state, often requiring public registration to inform the public of the responsible party.
The company filed a fictitious business name statement before operating under a different trade name.
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- fictitious business names
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Commentary
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