Intellectual Property

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

What are common law trademark rights?
January 31, 2024 · 4 min read
The complete guide to USPTO trademark classes and their uses
Goods and services are organized by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) according to specific classes. Review the complete list here.
January 31, 2024 · 12 min read
Plagiarism: What is it, exactly?
Plagiarism is a confusing subject, and can often occur without the artist knowing it until it is too late. How do you know when it has occurred and how do you prove it? Read more to find out.
January 31, 2024 · 4 min read
Posting cover songs on YouTube? What you need to know
Songs are protected by copyright, and if you don’t get the right licenses, your YouTube cover song could be removed and you risk losing your entire channel.
January 31, 2024 · 6 min read
How to copyright a song
The key to knowing how to copyright a song is to know what copyright protects.
January 31, 2024 · 2 min read
Taking on social media's new intellectual property challenges
What did Gigi Hadid do for a third time that is getting her sued? And what can you do to prevent being sued for the same reason?
January 10, 2024 · 3 min read
How to protect your intellectual property rights when collaborating with others
When working with others, it pays to have clear agreements about ownership of the project or intellectual property.
January 10, 2024 · 3 min read
Understanding your trademark license agreement
If you want to use another company's trademark on your own products or want to allow another business to use your mark, using a trademark license agreement can protect your rights. Find out more about required provisions and considerations today.
January 10, 2024 · 3 min read
How to file a patent
Before you can profit from your invention, there are several steps to take to get the right kind of protection you need. Find out how you file a patent application, whether you need a lawyer or can do it yourself, and what it means to have a patent pending.
January 5, 2024 · 6 min read
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 protection, learn more about trademark registration, trademark infringement, and trademark monitoring.
January 4, 2024 · 4 min read