Intellectual Property

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

Copyright infringement and substantial similarity
Unfortunately, copyright infringement is very real. If you think you've been a victim of copyright infringement, you should understand how the standard of substantial similarity could make or break your case.
February 9, 2023 · 3 min read
How to handle willful infringement
Copyright or patent infringement is a valid concern. Learn about the different types of infringement and what the penalties may be.
February 9, 2023 · 3 min read
Managing your digital publishing rights
Knowledge is power. Understanding digital publishing rights is crucial if you want to be a successful digital publisher. Learn some of the ways you can protect your digital creations.
February 9, 2023 · 3 min read
Copyleft vs. open source
Are copyleft and open source the same? Kind of. Learn how the two differ and whether one is right for your software project.
February 9, 2023 · 2 min read
Understanding copyright limitations
Copyright law protects the rights of writers and creators of creative work. Learn what can and cannot be copyrighted and exceptions to the law.
February 8, 2023 · 3 min read
Understanding the difference between fair use and fair dealing
The fair use doctrine is part of U.S. copyright law, while fair dealing laws are present in other countries. Learn about these two concepts and when they apply to copyrighted works.
February 8, 2023 · 3 min read
Creating work for the public domain
Creative works that are in the public domain are available for anyone to use. Learn how works can become public domain and how you can contribute your own works.
February 8, 2023 · 3 min read
Finding the right fit: Comparing intellectual property protections
Safeguard your ideas, inventions, and processes so others don't benefit from your genius unless you want them to.
February 7, 2023 · 3 min read
Copyleft vs. copyright
Copyleft is a kind of software license used by copyright owners. Get the details on how this licensing works and what rights it conveys.
February 7, 2023 · 3 min read
Understanding orphan works and copyrights
February 7, 2023 · 3 min read