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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Patent Office Action: What Is It and How Do I Respond?
It’s not uncommon to get an Office action when you apply for a patent. What is an office action? How should you respond?
· 5 min read
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How to Get Patent Drawings
Before a draftsman pens the straight lines and neat numbering, your drawings have to explain your invention in a way you understand. Learn how to get great patent drawings.
· 3 min read
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What Does Patent Pending Mean? Why It's Important for Businesses
'Patent pending' is a designation that discourages infringement. While limited, you’re still protected while the patent is pending. Learn how.
· 7 min read
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How to Sell a Patent: What You Need to Know
You have a patent—what’s next? There are a few ways you can generate a profit from your invention, including selling or licensing your patent.
· 11 min read
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How to Copyright a Sound Recording
Registering a copyright for a sound recording isn't complicated, but there are several things you should know before you proceed.
· 9 min read
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What Happens When You Get a Patent Revocation?
Can the USPTO revoke a patent after granting it? Yes. Learn more about patent re-examinations, the grounds for requesting one, and possible outcomes.
· 3 min read
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How to File a Trademark: Complete Application Guide
Filing for a trademark can protect your brand. This simple guide talks you through filing the paperwork, what it costs, and more.
· 4 min read
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How to Copyright a Dance
A dance is eligible for copyright if it represents a coherent whole, rather than individual moves. If you're a choreographer, learn how to protect your work.
· 7 min read
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How Do I Use the Copyright Symbol?
Learn how to use the copyright symbol on your works, such as websites, books, and photographs.
· 5 min read
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How to Check if a Trademark Is Already Registered
You can avoid legal trouble and countless headaches by being proactive to ensure you don't infringe on another company's trademark.
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