What is a fictitious name in Pennsylvania?

A Pennsylvania fictitious name, also known as a "Doing Business As" or DBA, is any business name a company does business as other than its registered legal name. It's usually used when a business wants to do business under a more marketable or descriptive business name without forming a new legal entity.

The filing of a fictitious name does not create a separate legal entity but allows a business to advertise legally, open bank accounts, and enter into contracts under the name desired. In Pennsylvania, all businesses doing business under a fictitious name must file a registration with the Department of State.

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