Intellectual Property
Protect your work from copycats. Learn the difference between trademarks, copyrights, and patents so you can safeguard your intellectual property.
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8 Questions to Ask a Copyright Lawyer
Hiring an experienced lawyer can help protect the original creations of authors, artists, and other creatives. Read on to learn the key questions to ask a copyright attorney to make sure they’re the right fit for you.
· 8 min read
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What Are Common Law Trademark Rights?
Common law trademark rights are automatic protections that arise from actually using a trademark in commerce and it could complicate your path to trademark registration.
· 4 min read
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What Are the Hidden Costs of Filing a Patent Application?
Filing a patent can be expensive, but if you know where the hidden costs are, you can save time and money. Find out more about how to prepare for the costs of filing a patent.
· 4 min read
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What Are Trademark Classes?
When you apply for a U.S. trademark, you must identify the class of goods or services for which your trademark is used. Find out more about trademark classes and why it’s important to choose the correct one.
· 4 min read
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10 Questions to Ask a Patent Attorney
Protecting your inventions is more important than ever. Here's what to ask a patent attorney during your first consultation.
· 10 min read
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What Are the Different Types of Patents?
An inventor who knows about patents and understands the best way to use them has a huge advantage in protecting their invention.
· 4 min read
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What Are the Parts of a Patent Application?
There are lots of parts to the patent application, and each requires a lot of research, planning, and hard work to get right. Find out more about what it takes to create a good patent application.
· 5 min read
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What Are Patent Drawings?
Drawings are a critical part of the patent and usually the first and biggest step in drafting a patent. Find out more about patent drawings and their role in utility, design, and provisional applications.
· 4 min read
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What Are Derivative Works Under Copyright Law?
Find out what constitutes a derivative work and how it's protected by copyright law.
· 4 min read
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What Is a Service Mark?
Most of us recognize the trademarks of famous brands from their logos. But what about a service mark? Find out what service marks are and how they differ from trademarks.
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