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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Design Patent vs. Utility Patent
A patent can provide powerful protection for your invention—but not all patents are created equal. Learn the difference between utility and design patents, and how each might apply to your invention.
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Securing Copyright Protection: The Importance of Doing Your Research
If you want to apply for copyright protection, you need to conduct a copyright search. This article explains how you should conduct a search if you want to be thorough and protect yourself from an infringement lawsuit.
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Before Applying for a Patent: 3 Questions to Ask Yourself
Inventing is hard but knowing when to file your patent can be even harder. These 3 questions will help you decide when you are ready to file and when to go back to the drawing board.
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Trademark a Symbol
Registering a trademark for a symbols, logo or design is an important part of protecting the value of your work. Find out how to apply for trademark protection, how long it takes, and more.
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Responding to a Trademark Office Action
When the government locates something wrong with your trademark application, they will notify you with an office action. Find out more about trademark office actions, such as what causes them, how to respond, and how long it takes to get one resolved.
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Three Common Myths About Copyrights and the Internet
The internet age has produced many myths about copyright. However, for all that the Internet has changed, copyright has remained the same. This article will identify and dispel three common myths about copyright in the Internet age.
· 5 min read
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Trademark Protection of Color: Louboutin's Red-Soled Shoe Is a Clever Logo
A deeper look at the question of trademark and the use of color in product design.
· 4 min read
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How to Purchase an Existing Trademark
Need a trademark ASAP? Consider buying an existing one. But before you get your wallet out, make sure you understand how to decide if it's right for your business.
· 3 min read
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An Overview of Intellectual Property Rights
Some of the world's most valuable property is intellectual property—but it can become worthless if you don't know how to protect it.
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The Importance of Trademark Protection
If you are not already thinking about trademark protection for your business, you should be. If you have been neglecting this aspect of your business, don't despair. Trademark protection is straightforward. Here's what you need to know.
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