Intellectual Property

Protect your work from copycats. Learn the difference between trademarks, copyrights, and patents so you can safeguard your intellectual property.

What Is a Copyright License?
A copyright license gives a licensee authorization to use a work from the copyright owner, usually in exchange for payment.
December 7, 2023 · 2 min read
Understanding your copyright license agreement
December 7, 2023 · 2 min read
Using a copyright license agreement for written work
Thinking about granting a copyright license over one of your written works? Learn more about how a copyright license agreement can protect you.
December 7, 2023 · 3 min read
Understanding the patent application process
The patent application process can be confusing. Find out more about the different phases of the process and what you can do to prepare for each phase.
December 5, 2023 · 5 min read
The basics of patent assignments
What is a patent assignment, what are the requirements to make it valid, and why would a business enter into a patent assignment agreement? Read on to find answers to these questions and more.
December 4, 2023 · 2 min read
What to do if you're the victim of cybersquatting
What do you do if someone has already registered the name of your business or product as a domain? Worse yet, what if the domain owner is using the site to harm your business? And what can you do to prevent cybersquatting in the first place? Get answers here.
December 4, 2023 · 4 min read
Resolving domain name disputes online: Lay claim to your domain
Calvin Klein did it. Julia Roberts did it, too. And they did it online. These superstars wrested back control of registered domain names containing their well-recognized names using online dispute resolution. And you don't have to be rich or famous to do the same thing when you expand your successful start-up to the online global market.
December 4, 2023 · 4 min read
Understanding digital distribution rights
Now that you've created your digital masterpiece, you're ready to share it with the world. Your first step is to understand your digital distribution rights. Here's what you need to know.
November 30, 2023 · 2 min read
Understanding a deed of assignment for intellectual property
A deed of transfer is used to change the ownership of intellectual property, a common occurrence in business. Explore how and when to use one.
November 24, 2023 · 3 min read
What Kinds of Works Are Protected by Copyright?
Copyright is an important part of protecting your creative work. Read on to learn what kinds of works are safeguarded by law.
November 24, 2023 · 7 min read