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IP Law 101

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Can a Company Use Our Trademark Without Permission?

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Trademark infringement occurs when one party uses a trademark that's identical or confusingly similar to a trademark owned by another party, in a way that could deceive or confuse consumers about the source of goods or services.
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Can Intellectual Property Be Sold?

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Navigating the complex world of intellectual property can be a daunting task, especially when you're considering selling your patents, trademarks, or copyrights.
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Understanding a Technology Transfer

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The transfer of technology, inventions, knowledge, scientific outcomes, and intellectual property rights from one individual, company, or government to another plays a significant role in economic development and growth across the world.
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The Elements of a Patent Infringement Claim

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Obtaining legal protections for your intellectual property, inventions, product designs, or technology is possibly the single most important step you can take to safeguard your interests and ensure you’re able to profit from your hard work.
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Understanding the Patent Examination Process

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Patents are an important tool for protecting your intellectual property and preventing others from practicing your inventions. However, not everyone looking to apply for a patent understands the patent examination process by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
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Common Misconceptions About Copyrights

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If you are an independent inventor who is interested in applying for a patent in Kansas City, Missouri, you might have some concerns about protecting your intellectual property and questions about copyrights.
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Joint Copyright Ownership vs. Collective Work

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Under U.S. copyright law, there are certain rights that are exclusive to the creator of a work, such as poems, novels, software programs, research, or movies. However, issues regarding ownership and copyright often arise when two or more people come together to create the work.
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