Intellectual Property
Protect your work from copycats. Learn the difference between trademarks, copyrights, and patents so you can safeguard your intellectual property.
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…
Monitoring and protecting your trademark
In order for a trademark to be effective, it must be enforced. Find out how to guard your trademark, what happens if you don’t stop trademark…
How to protect against trademark infringement
A trademark is a particular kind of intellectual property that you need to monitor and use the mark correctly. To get and maintain trademark…
How to do a trademark search
Before you decide to trademark the name of your business or settle on a logo, make sure no one else is using them.
Why do I need to conduct a trademark search?
By knowing what other trademarks are out there, you will understand if there is room for the mark that you want to protect. It is better to find out…
How to copyright artwork
Registering the copyright for your work of art is a great way to protect your intellectual property rights. Find out how registration works, how it…
How to copyright a book
You can register a copyright for your book by submitting your registration electronically, or by mailing in a print application.
Is your great idea copyrightable?
If you are an idea maker with a brilliant new concept, the last thing you want to do is sit and wait. Learn about the basics of copyright before…
Understanding digital rights management
Copyright registration of digital content has limited ability to protect creative works. Digital rights management (DRM) is a way to increase…
Understanding the copyright registration process
Registration is not required, but registering a copyright can have important advantages, including allowing you to sue others for copyright…