What’s spooky? Not knowing the difference between copyright and trademark.
So, you've got a band. You wrote a song, and you've got a cool band name. Or maybe you run a boutique with a cool name, and you make art you sell in it. Which one is protected by copyright and which one is protected by trademarks?
It’s an easy mistake to make! Your song, lyrics, and album art are protected by copyright. Same with most art you make.
But your band name and logo, or your boutique name and logo? Those are protected by trademarks.
Copyright protects the creative work itself. Trademarks protect the brand that sells the work. They are two different monsters you need to tame to protect your creative empire.
Don't let your creative work or business become a ghost story. Intellectual property is one of the most terrifyingly useful tools you have. If you're a creator or other entrepreneur ready to build a frighteningly powerful brand, you need to know how to use it.
You don't have to face the darkness alone. To learn more about protecting your art, your name, your business, and your legacy, you can book a consultation with me at kingpatentlaw.com. I'm an attorney in Champaign-Urbana, Illinois, but I serve intellectual property clients nationwide.
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The information provided in this episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice or form an attorney-client relationship. You should not act on any information presented here without first seeking the counsel of a licensed attorney for your specific legal needs.
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