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Should I Copyright My Work Before I Attempt to Get It Published?

New writers of stories, songs, and plays, as well as freelance photographers, and other artists who wish to publish their work often worry that someone will steal it while it makes the rounds among agents, editors, and publishers. Can a...

Infringement Trademark Law Trademark Litigation

Potential Damages If You Win a Trademark Case Against an Infringer

If you are a registered trademark holder, and an unknowing or unscrupulous person devises a similar one or decides to copy your mark, it can be devastating to your profits and reputation. You can ask your intellectual property lawyer to...

Intellectual Property

Is Intellectual Property Considered an Asset in My Estate?

Entertainment professionals spend years building a career based on intellectual property, whether it is music, film, or a piece of writing. Your works, from songs to scripts to designs, may represent a significant portion of your wealth or income. But...

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Can I Make a Trademark for My OnlyFans Channel?

As an entrepreneur or content creator in the online space, you are likely familiar with the importance of building your personal brand. A key aspect of that brand is the unique identity that you showcase to your followers, whether through...

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How is A.I. Affecting Intellectual Property Law?

Artificial intelligence has affected virtually every industry, creating both innovations and legal complications in its wake. While there are many cases for artificial intelligence in the modern commercial world, creators and business owners must also be aware of the potential...

What to Do After Your Copyright, Trademark, or Patent Application is Rejected

Whether you want to register a copyright, trademark, or patent, doing so is essential to protect your original works, business, and brand from infringement in the future. However, the process of formally obtaining these legal rights can be lengthy and...

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How to Make Sure Your Trademark Has No Likelihood of Confusion

A trademark helps customers recognize your goods and services without risking confusion with a competitor’s products. If your trademark is too similar to another mark, consumers may be uncertain about the source of the products and think it belongs to...

Business Intellectual Property

What is an IP Infringement Audit?

Intellectual property is essential to the identity and function of a brand. A company’s intellectual property is also a cornerstone to ensuring future revenue and profits for the business. An IP infringement audit can help to identify the strengths and...

Trademark Law

Registering a Trademark Before It Is Being Used

Trademark registration is a key aspect of safeguarding your brand identity but the process of registering a trademark can be surprisingly complicated. It is also important to conduct thorough research beforehand to confirm the originality of the trademark and avoid...

Copyright Infringement During Political Events

As the presidential election season hits its peak, it’s time that we look into a topic that seems to come up all the time. Many political candidates use copyrighted works like songs at rallies and campaign events. Sometimes, they have...