Intellectual Property
Protect your work from copycats. Learn the difference between trademarks, copyrights, and patents so you can safeguard your intellectual property.
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What Are Patent Drawings?
Drawings are a critical part of the patent and usually the first and biggest step in drafting a patent. Find out more about patent drawings and their role in utility, design, and provisional applications.
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Securing Copyright Protection for Your Creative Work
Copyright protection safeguards your original creative works. Learn about what’s covered and other types of intellectual property protection.
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The Patent Application Process
To have the best chance of success with your patent application, you need to know the difference between the parts you can do yourself and the parts you should seek help for.
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Patent Office Action: What Is It and How Do I Respond?
It’s not uncommon to get an Office action when you apply for a patent. What is an office action? How should you respond?
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How to Get Patent Drawings
Before a draftsman pens the straight lines and neat numbering, your drawings have to explain your invention in a way you understand. Learn how to get great patent drawings.
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What Does Patent Pending Mean? Why It's Important for Businesses
'Patent pending' is a designation that discourages infringement. While limited, you’re still protected while the patent is pending. Learn how.
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How to Sell a Patent: What You Need to Know
You have a patent—what’s next? There are a few ways you can generate a profit from your invention, including selling or licensing your patent.
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How to Copyright a Sound Recording
Registering a copyright for a sound recording isn't complicated, but there are several things you should know before you proceed.
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What Happens When You Get a Patent Revocation?
Can the USPTO revoke a patent after granting it? Yes. Learn more about patent re-examinations, the grounds for requesting one, and possible outcomes.
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How to File a Trademark: Complete Application Guide
Filing for a trademark can protect your brand. This simple guide talks you through filing the paperwork, what it costs, and more.
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