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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Responding to a Patent Office Action
Getting an office action doesn’t always mean your patent application has been denied. Find out more about office actions and how to respond to them.
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How to Patent an Idea and Become an Inventor
How do you know when your idea is just an idea, as opposed to an idea that you could patent and put to profitable use?
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Trademarking Groundhog Day
Groundhog Day is a tradition dating back over 100 years in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania. The star attraction, a groundhog known as Punxsutawney Phil, makes weather 'predictions' based on his shadow. The day has become big business for the savvy local Groundhog Club that trademarked the name Punxsutawney Phil. Get some tips on how to recognize a trademark and how to trademark a distinctive sign.
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Avoid These 7 Trademark Mistakes
Applying for a trademark can be a difficult process. Avoid these seven common mistakes people make when they get a trademark.
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How Do I Choose a Trademark Class?
Choosing a trademark class can be the most difficult and confusing part of filling out a trademark application. Here are some tips to help you understand trademark classes and pick the correct one.
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Do You Need a Lawyer to File a Trademark?
Whether or not you need a trademark attorney depends on your situation, though keep in mind that making sure your registration is done right the first time could actually save you time and money.
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Can a Trademark for 'SEAL Team 6' Be Registered?
Within 48 hours of Osama bin Laden's death at the hands 'SEAL Team 6,' Walt Disney Corp. filed an application to register the name as a trademark. And Disney is just one of the many companies trying to capitalize on this and other real-life events.
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5 Trademark Mistakes You Can Learn From
Registering a trademark requires investments of both time and money, so you'll want to avoid some of the most common mistakes.
· 4 min read
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What Is Plagiarism? Definition and Consequences
Plagiarism is a confusing subject, and can often occur without the artist knowing it until it is too late. How do you know when it has occurred and how do you prove it? Read more to find out.
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How to Copyright a Song
The key to knowing how to copyright a song is to know what copyright protects.
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