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Copyright and Intellectual Property Copyright Law
Intellectual Property Law

What is copyright infringement?

March 26, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert
Copyright infringement is the unauthorized use of a copyrighted work that violates at least 1 of the owner’s exclusive rights. It can include copying, distributing, displaying, performing, or creating derivative works without permission, unless a defense like fair use applies. This article explains copyright protection, common infringement examples, and how rights are enforced. Copyright infringement […]
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Copyright and Intellectual Property Copyright Law
Intellectual Property Law

What is fair use?

March 26, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert
Fair use is a U.S. copyright exception evaluated under 4 factors to decide if using protected material without permission is lawful. Courts weigh purpose, nature, amount used, and market effect in context, and no single factor is determinative. This article explains the four factors and common examples of fair use. Understanding Fair Use: A Copyright […]
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Copyright and Intellectual Property Copyright Law
Intellectual Property Law

What is copyright?

March 26, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert
Copyright is legal protection that automatically attaches the moment an original work is fixed in a tangible form. It gives the creator exclusive rights to copy, distribute, display/perform, and create derivative works, subject to limits like fair use. This article explains what copyright covers, how it arises, and what rights it provides. Understanding Copyright Basics […]
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Trade Law

What is a trade secret?

March 26, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert
A trade secret is confidential business information that provides a competitive advantage and is protected as long as it remains secret. Unlike patents, it requires no registration and relies on reasonable steps to maintain secrecy, such as NDAs and limited access. This article explains what qualifies as a trade secret, common examples, and how businesses […]
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Trademark Law

What is a service mark?

March 26, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert
A service mark is an IP identifier that distinguishes the services of one business from another, functioning like a trademark but for services rather than goods. It can protect names, logos, and slogans used to market services. This article explains how service marks work, how they differ from trademarks, and registration essentials. A service mark […]
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Trademark Law

What is a trademark?

March 26, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert
A trademark is a word, phrase, symbol, design, or combination that identifies and distinguishes one business’s goods or services from others. It helps consumers recognize the source and gives the owner legal rights to prevent confusingly similar use in commerce. This article explains trademark basics, common examples, and how trademark protection works. A trademark is […]
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Intellectual Property Law Patent Law
Patents and Trademarks

What is a design patent?

March 26, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert
A U.S. design patent protects a product’s ornamental appearance—not its function—for 15 years from grant. It can cover shape, configuration, surface ornamentation, and overall visual impression if the design is novel and non-obvious. This article explains what design patents cover, key requirements, and how they differ from utility patents. A design patent protects the unique […]
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Intellectual Property Law Patent Law
Patents and Trademarks

What is a patent?

March 26, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert
A patent is a government-granted property right that lets an inventor exclude others from making, using, selling, or importing an invention for up to 20 years from filing (utility). In exchange, the inventor publicly discloses how the invention works. This article explains patent basics, how patents work, and key types and requirements. A patent is […]
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Intellectual Property Rights

What is intellectual property?

March 26, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert
Intellectual property is a legal term for creations of the mind protected by law, most commonly grouped into 4 types: patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. These rights let creators control use, licensing, and enforcement of their inventions, brands, and original works. This article defines IP, explains each category, and outlines basic protections and examples. […]
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Housing & Real Estate Real Estate Law
Real Estate Transactions

What is escrow?

March 26, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert
Escrow is a financial arrangement where a neutral third party holds funds or property until the contract’s conditions are met. It reduces risk for both sides by ensuring payment and transfer happen only when agreed terms are satisfied. This article explains how escrow works, who’s involved, and common escrow accounts in transactions. Understanding Escrow: A […]
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