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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2025 Guide to Provisional Patent Applications
A provisional patent application secures an early filing date for your invention, buying you 12 months to develop it further. Follow these 4 steps to begin.
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What Is a Patent and How to Use It
A patent is an exclusive right that prevents anyone else from using your invention for a set period of time.
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What Can You Patent
Not every idea you have can be protected with a patent. The United States Patent and Trademark Office has strict rules for what can be patented.
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LegalZoom vs. 'Traditional' Trademark Attorneys: Which Is Better in 2025?
Choosing a trademark registration professional can be tough. LegalZoom combines attorney expertise with a seamless, technology-driven process.
· 10 min read
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Do I Need a Patent Attorney?
Getting patent protection is a complex process. Patent attorneys can help you capitalize on your innovative idea that will generate revenue and fuel growth.
· 7 min read
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The Basics: Provisional Patent vs. Utility Patent
Whether you plan on filing the documents yourself or getting professional advice, every inventor should know the differences.
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Can You Patent a Recipe? How to Protect Your Food Ideas
While rare, it’s possible to patent a recipe that fundamentally changes how food is processed or experienced. Here’s everything you should consider.
· 9 min read
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What a Business Method Patent Is
A business method patent allows an inventor to protect their new idea for a way of doing business that involves a specific use of technology. Find out what the requirements are.
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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?
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9 Questions to Ask a Patent Attorney
Protecting your inventions is more important than ever. Here's what to ask a patent attorney during your first consultation.
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