Intellectual Property

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

Use a bill of materials to plan your patent submission
If your business is involved in manufacturing or production, it's likely you already have a document that will make submitting a patent much, much easier. Find out how a BOM can help with the process.
October 31, 2023 · 3 min read
4 questions to ask a patent attorney
Find out how to get the most out of your attorney consultation.
October 27, 2023 · 4 min read
Registering a trademark
Getting trademark protection for your business name, logo or slogans is an important way to protect your work. Find out how to get started with this easy-to-follow explanation of how the registration process works, how much it costs, how long it takes and more.
October 26, 2023 · 3 min read
How long does it take to register a trademark?
Once you have a name, slogan, logo, or phrase for your product or service, file a trademark application as soon as possible, as it often takes a year to receive final approval.
October 13, 2023 · 4 min read
How to trademark a name
The trademark application process can be complicated, so you need to know what the United States Patent and Trademark Office is looking for when you apply.
October 11, 2023 · 4 min read
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.
October 11, 2023 · 4 min read
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 early, so you can find a mark that will be easier to protect.
October 4, 2023 · 4 min read
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 proceeding.
October 4, 2023 · 5 min read
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 protection, but it's necessary to understand its benefits and limitations.
October 3, 2023 · 4 min read
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 conflicts, how you can stop an infringing trademark, and more.
September 27, 2023 · 2 min read