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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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.
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Beware the Patent Troll
Patent trolls make money by buying and attempting to enforce patents, but there are ways to protect yourself.
· 3 min read
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The Problem of Genericide in Trademarks
Sometimes a company's branding can become so pervasive in our culture it goes beyond the traditional confines of its trademark. What seems like a good problem to have can actually create a new public relations headache known as genericide.
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How to Do a Patent Search and Why It Matters
If you’re hoping to apply for a patent, performing a patent search first could potentially save you a lot of time, money, and frustration.
· 7 min read
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How to Protect Your Trademark: 6 Methods
Filing for a trademark application is one step towards choosing, protecting, and enforcing a trademark. Here's what else you need to know.
· 6 min read
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Navigating Different Types of Patent Infringement
Do you have a patent and think someone infringes it? Or are you worried you may be infringing someone else's patent? Learn your rights and avoid potentially costly litigation.
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The Basics of Trademark Enforcement
We all have heard the saying, 'use it or lose it,' and that is precisely what will happen if you don't use and monitor your trademark. But what can you do when you discover trademark infringement? Find out more.
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Trademark a Name
Registering a trademark for a business name is a great way to protect your brand. Here's how to get started, what to expect, and some tips for getting your application approved.
· 6 min read
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Trademark a Logo
Your logo can be protected with a trademark, but the process is tricky. Here's overview of what you need, what it costs, and how long it will take.
· 6 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.
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