What legal protection does a trademark provide for a business?

A trademark provides legal protection for a business by giving the owner the exclusive right to use the mark in connection with their goods or services. This means that other businesses cannot use the same or a similar mark in a way that could cause confusion among consumers. Trademark protection also allows the owner to take legal action against others who infringe on their mark, such as by using it without permission or creating a similar mark that could cause confusion. Additionally, having a registered trademark can help establish the owner's rights in the mark and make it easier to enforce those rights in court.