Copyright law may be used to protect several forms of creative expression in the areas of art, film, music, and literature. Once you have obtained a copyright on your work, you typically have the exclusive right to perform it, reproduce it, make derivative works from...
Some business owners are unaware or dismissive of the importance of getting a federally protected trademark, patent or copyright. This is a misstep that can cost them in myriad ways. It can even lead to them not being adequately compensated for their work. That might...
For businesses that have intellectual property (and all businesses do), your copyrighted material is protected by law, even in the Wild West of the Internet. The Digital Millennium Copyright Act is a pivotal piece of legislation that governs the relationship between...
A cease-and-desist letter is a formal legal document that demands the recipient stop engaging in a specific unlawful or improper activity. These letters are commonly used in response to trademark or copyright infringement, but can also address issues such as...
People and companies spend significant time in creating unique innovations. Intellectual property laws can protect some what they have created and prevent others from using it without giving the creators and owners their due. In recent years, other forms of innovation...
Coming up with a good idea can have a positive effect on an individual. However, when that idea is stolen from you or is miscredited, this can have a lasting negative impact. No idea is too small or too large to consider how best to protect it. Intellectual property...
Because of digital technology and the Internet, it's easier than ever to copy something and distribute it all over the world. This has profound implications for copyright law and business. It's so easy to copy protected works that some people think that copyright law...
It feels good to have a successful idea. On the contrary, it is stressful and worrisome to have someone else benefit from your idea. This is where the protection of intellectual property is paramount. By securing a copyright or trademark, you can immediately protect...
Disputes over intellectual property are becoming more and more common. With innovation being a key with running a successful business, it can be difficult for employees to formulate new creations while simultaneously worrying about whether they will benefit from it...
Whether you are starting a business in New York or have been in business for some time, there are many reasons that you need a strong intellectual property strategy. There are many different types of intellectual property that potentially affect your business. Some...