Patents, Trademarks, and Copyrights: Protecting Creative Assets


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Protect your creative assets with this detailed guide to intellectual property law. Covering patents, trademarks, and copyrights, this book provides essential information for creators and businesses looking to safeguard their innovations and brands.




Protecting Your Company's Intellectual Property


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This guide shows how to identify a company's protectable assets, initiate steps to protect those assets, and use them to generate additional income. Specific chapters cover selection, application, maintenance, and infringement for trademarks, copyright, and patents. Other topics include trade secrets, unfair competition, employee work products, internal processes, and the Internet. The book also contains model forms and documents, including trademark license agreements, application forms for trademarks, copyrights, and patents, sample noncomplete clauses, and intellectual asset audit forms. Bouchoux is an attorney specializing in intellectual property law. c. Book News Inc.




Patents, Copyrights and Trademarks For Dummies


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Useful tips and step-by-step guidance from filing to issue to license Acquire and protect your share of this major business asset Want to secure and exploit the intellectual property rights due you or your company? This easy-to-follow guide shows you how — helping you to evaluate your idea's commercial potential, conduct patent and trademark searches, document the invention process, license your IP rights, and comply with international laws. Plus, you get detailed examples of each patent application type! Discover how to: Avoid application blunders Register trademarks and copyrights Meet patent requirements Navigate complex legal issues Protect your rights abroad The entire body of U.S. patent laws Example office actions and amendments Sample forms Trademark registration certificates Application worksheets See the CD appendix for details and complete system requirements. Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.




Navigating the Patent System


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Attention: Inventors and startups! Is the patent system confusing to you? Navigating the Patent System will give you more clarity regarding your potential next steps and increase your confidence as you make your patenting decisions. 7 Core Patent Concepts, Drafting the Patent Application and FAQs during patent process are explained.




Monetization of Copyright Assets by Creative Enterprises


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The objective of this study is to create an awareness of intellectual property rights that are associated with creative activities and to present financial and valuation tools that can enable the quantification of the monetary value of successful creative efforts.




Intellectual Property


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INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY: THE LAW OF TRADEMARKS, COPYRIGHTS, PATENTS, AND TRADE SECRETS, 4E, International Edition is a thorough guide to the four fields of intellectual property law: trademarks, copyrights, patents, and trade secrets. This comprehensive, yet reader-friendly text helps aspiring and practicing paralegals alike master the complexities of modern intellectual property law, including topics such as registration procedures, duration of rights, protection from infringement, current concerns in each field, and international trends and developments. Now updated in a new Fourth Edition, this wide-ranging text features coverage of cutting-edge issues such as technological innovations, intellectual property in the digital age, the role of the Internet, and evolving business law. In addition to an in-depth overview of each field, the text features abundant practical material, such as sample agreements, forms, checklists of paralegal tasks, charts, citations, statutes, realistic case studies, excerpts of real cases, and interesting trivia to capture students' interest and provide valuable insights into real-world paralegal practice. Additional features useful for paralegal students and professionals include references to intellectual property websites, questions to encourage targeted Internet research, Case Illustrations, Case Study and Activities, Role of Paralegal element, and "Ethics Edge" boxes that explore ethical issues related to chapter content.




Understanding Copyrights and Related Rights


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This booklet provides an introduction for newcomers to the subject of copyright and related rights. It explains the fundamentals underpinning copyright law and practice, and describes the different types of rights which copyright and related rights law protects, as well as the limitations on those rights. It also briefly covers transfer of copyright and provisions for enforcement.




Global Dimensions of Intellectual Property Rights in Science and Technology


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As technological developments multiply around the globeâ€"even as the patenting of human genes comes under serious discussionâ€"nations, companies, and researchers find themselves in conflict over intellectual property rights (IPRs). Now, an international group of experts presents the first multidisciplinary look at IPRs in an age of explosive growth in science and technology. This thought-provoking volume offers an update on current international IPR negotiations and includes case studies on software, computer chips, optoelectronics, and biotechnologyâ€"areas characterized by high development cost and easy reproducibility. The volume covers these and other issues: Modern economic theory as a basis for approaching international IPRs. U.S. intellectual property practices versus those in Japan, India, the European Community, and the developing and newly industrializing countries. Trends in science and technology and how they affect IPRs. Pros and cons of a uniform international IPRs regime versus a system reflecting national differences.




Intellectual Property


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What are the origins and sources of copyright law? What is the extent of trademark rights? What is patentable? All the answers to these questions and more are clearly explained to prepare you for the complex and challenging work with intellectual property. Intellectual Property: Patents, Trademarks, and Copyrights helps you learn about the right of inventors, trademark infringement, trade secrets, damages, and injunctions. Step-by-step explanations are provided to help you learn how to use and register the various forms required in intellectual property law.




COPYRIGHT, PATENTS, TRADEMARKS AND TRADE SECRETS LAWS


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Master the Intricacies of Intellectual Property Law Are you ready to navigate the complex world of intellectual property? Dive into a comprehensive guide that will revolutionize your understanding and arm you with the knowledge to protect your creative and innovative endeavors. Attention: Imagine having a complete understanding of copyrights, patents, trademarks, and trade secrets. Whether you're a creator, entrepreneur, or legal professional, this book provides an in-depth exploration designed to meet your needs. Interest: You'll uncover the distinctions and definitions of each intellectual property type in the opening chapter. As you progress, delve into the nuances of copyright law, from registration procedures to understanding the public domain. Curious about patent law? Learn about the application process, examination, and grant procedures. Trademark enthusiasts will find valuable insights into brand protection and enforcement. And for those guarding trade secrets, discover effective identification and protection strategies. Desire: With well-structured chapters, this book equips you with the skills to navigate legal landscapes with ease. Gain confidence in handling copyright infringement, grasp the significance of the Copyright Act of 1976, and make informed choices between copyrights and patents. Through engaging examples and detailed explanations, you'll see your knowledge transform into practical expertise. Action: Don't miss the chance to elevate your intellectual property knowledge. Get your hands on this essential guide and become adept at safeguarding your intellectual assets. Whether you're defending a unique invention or ensuring your brand stands out, this book is the ultimate resource. Equip yourself with the tools to succeed in the ever-evolving world of intellectual property today.




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