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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Fair Use and Fair Dealing in Social Media
Because copyright laws extend to the digital space, online users need to know how to respect copyright and protect their own copyrighted works on social media. Here's what you need to know before you post.
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The Fair Use Doctrine: When Use of Copyrighted Material Is Acceptable
There isn’t one easy definition of fair use, however some fair use guidelines help determine if fair use is applicable in a certain case.
· 4 min read
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Should I Trademark My Name?
Celebrities from Frank Sinatra to Beyonce have trademarked their famous names. Should you trademark your name too? Find out whether your name can be trademarked and what you’ll need to do.
· 4 min read
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How Do You Get a Copyright on Something?
One thing that makes copyright law so challenging is that copyright law requires analysis of creative works in the abstract. What gives your work that "something" that will result in copyright protection?
· 3 min read
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New Year's Resolution # 1: Trademark Your Logo
With the new year right around the corner, there is no better way to start your new business on the right foot. Logos are one of the most important marketing tools and can be trademarked just like a trade name.
· 3 min read
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Copyright Issues for Social Media
Social media is becoming a vital part of marketing strategies in businesses bothlarge and small. Connecting with customers is the new expectation.But how this trend affects both the creators of original content and those who choose to repost or retweet something that wasn't their creation—remains to be seen.
· 4 min read
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Counterfeit Goods: What You Can Do to Protect Your Brand
Creating a brand that customers rely on is a major asset for any business. When the brand’s promise is compromised due to counterfeiting, the trust that has been built over years can be hurt in an instant. Preventing counterfeits from ever happening is the best measure. Here are a few things that companies can do now to protect their brands.
· 2 min read
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Trademark a Business Name
Trademark registration can protect your business name. Find out how to get started with this easy-to-follow explanation of how the registration process works, how much it costs, how long it takes and more.
· 3 min read
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Do I Need a Patent Attorney?
Getting patent protection is a complex process. Patent attorneys can help you capitalize on your innovative idea that will generate revenue and fuel growth for your business.
· 8 min read
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How to Protect Your Intellectual Property
Learn how to protect your intellectual property rights—from copyrights to patents.
· 8 min read
