Why You Need to Protect Your Brand’s Intellectual Property Online
The DMCA (Digital Millennium Copyright Act) was put in place to protect intellectual property (IP) that is published on the Internet (basically anything that is uploaded from text to pictures to videos). So why do you need to protect your online web content if the DMCA is already in place? Here are a couple of […]
5 Things That Could Get Your Trademark Application Rejected
Trademarks are an important part of a business. You want your company to stand out as unique. That includes not only the name of the business but also your unique logo. As a result, it’s a good idea to trademark some of your branding content. However, this isn’t always as straightforward as it sounds. Just […]
How Does Getting a Patent Work?
Have you finally come up with that great idea that is going to make you wealthy? Maybe you have developed some proprietary software for your business, or you developed a superior way to perform a service that gives you a leg up on your competitors. We’re going to discuss when you need to get a […]
3 Reasons You Need to Consider Trademarking Your Logo and Company Name
Perhaps you are running a small, local business and never intend to turn it into a global corporation. Does that mean you should forget about trademarks? Absolutely not! Trademarks are beneficial for businesses of any size. Here are a few reasons why. #1 Trademarks Constitute a Company Asset If you ever sell your business, your […]
3 Types of Intellectual Property Every Business Owner Should Know
As the owner of a business, you need to protect your intellectual property from competitors as these ideas and trade secrets are your biggest advantage in the marketplace. Here are 3 types of intellectual property you should be concerned about as a small business owner. #1: Copyrighted Content All of the content that your company […]
Intellectual Property & Patents: Protecting Yourself During a Joint Venture Agreement
What is the difference between a joint venture and a partnership? How can you protect your intellectual property and patents if you decide to enter into a joint venture agreement? Here are some suggestions for small business owners who want to take this step. Joint Venture Agreements Vs. Partnership Agreements A partnership is a type […]
