Definitions of Trademark, Copyright, and Patent: When to Use What?

May 29, 2009 by MyOrbit · Leave a Comment
Filed under: Business, Investing, Legal 

Question: Hi there, you have a useful website and I want to ask a question. I am looking to start a new venture. Can you please describe how to use Trademark, Copyright, and Patent protection for different business aspects? As I am not a lawyer, they all look the same to me! Thanks very much/ Shane from USA

Answer:  First lets understand the Definitions of Trademark, Copyright, and Patent.

Trademark refers to any forms of marks which are registered to the USPTO. These are names, devices, images, and word identifying any goods which can be produce, manufactured, or natural.
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