The trademark symbol (TM) is a mark that companies often use on a logo, name, phrase, word, or design that represents the business. The registered symbol (R) represents a mark that is a registered trademark with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). … The (TM) symbol actually hasRead More →

Image and text copyright are two common types of infringement. The moment you create an original image, whether it’s a selfie or a majestic landscape, you automatically own the rights to that image. What is copyright infringement in the Philippines? Under Philippine law, copyright infringement occurs when there is aRead More →

Examples of intangible assets include goodwill, brand recognition, copyrights, patents, trademarks, trade names, and customer lists. You can divide intangible assets into two categories: intellectual property and goodwill. Intellectual property is something that you create with your mind, such as a design. How do you account for intangible assets? IntangibleRead More →

Yes, speeches are protected. Of course, there’s detail. First, recordings are protected as a recording. However, if certain publication restrictions are met, then additionally the speech itself is protected in the same way that song lyrics are protected. Can political speeches be copyrighted? Political candidates’ campaign speeches are generally protectedRead More →

Copyright infringement is generally a civil matter, which the copyright owner must pursue in federal court. Under certain circumstances, the infringement may also constitute a criminal misdemeanor or felony, which would be prosecuted by the U.S. Department of Justice. Should I be worried about a copyright infringement notice 2021? WhileRead More →