Do This Before You Buy a Domain Name for Your Small Business

Do This Before You Buy a Domain Name for Your Small Business

Congratulations on becoming an entrepreneur and breaking away from the rat race. Now you are entering the world of business ownership, which has its own pitfalls to watch out for. You will come face to face with one of these dangers right from the start of the planning of your business – the potential for […]

3 Intellectual Property Myths Debunked

3 Intellectual Property Myths Debunked

If you are a small business owner, you need to protect your intellectual property (IP). It gives you a leg up on the competition and can be what someday turns your small business into a major corporation or even gets you a huge buyout. But there is a lot of faulty information out there regarding […]

Protect Your Photographs! – Copyright Law for California Photographers

Protect Your Photographs! – Copyright Law for California Photographers

Protecting your intellectual property plays a key role in whether you can make money as a photographer. But why are contracts so important? If you’re the one clicking the shutter, you have the copyright automatically, right? Be that as it may, most people don’t understand copyright law regarding photography, and that can lead to misuse […]

Understanding the 3 Different Patent Types (And When You Need Them)

Understanding the 3 Different Patent Types (And When You Need Them)

When it comes to protecting your intellectual property (IP), understanding the options that are available to you is a key element to success. Let’s take a closer look at the 3 different types of patents and when it makes sense to apply for each of them. Design Patents – Design patents are useful when you […]

Why You Need to Protect Your Intellectual Property Early On

Why You Need to Protect Your Intellectual Property Early On

When starting a new business, there are a lot of considerations. You may be thinking about the way you want to organize your company. There are probably numerous business contracts and agreements to be drafted and signed. Plus, you have to develop a business plan to ensure your company can make money in the modern […]

Intellectual Property – It’s Still Theft If It’s Digital Content

Intellectual Property – It’s Still Theft If It’s Digital Content

There’s an interesting trend in the business world dealing with intellectual property. It seems like a lot of people don’t consider it theft to steal intellectual property off of a website, blog, or social media site. Let’s consider a few examples of things that can’t be done with digital intellectual property. “Borrowing” Images – A […]