Episode 4-Intellectual Property Basics for Online Businesses

In this episode, we dive deep into the world of intellectual property (IP) and how it impacts online businesses, entrepreneurs, coaches, and creatives. As an IP and business attorney, I share valuable insights and tips on protecting your brand, assets, and ideas. Plus, I reveal a free resource that can help you learn how to conduct trademark searches like a pro. Don’t miss out on this essential information to keep your online business secure and thriving!

00:00 – Introduction

  • Welcome to the podcast
  • Who this episode is for: online businesses, entrepreneurs, coaches, and creatives

00:24 – Intellectual Property (IP) Importance

  • Importance of Intellectual Property
  • Different types of IP: trademarks, copyrights, patents, and trade secrets
  • Importance of IP protection for online businesses

01:50 – Copyrights

  • What is a copyright
  • What can be protected under copyright law

03:37-How Copyright attaches

04:23-Copyright enforcement options

11:29-Prioritizing the works to register a copyright for

14:04-Copyright duration

15:18-Trademarks

  • What are trademarks?
  • Importance of trademark protection for branding and business growth
  • How to select a strong and protectable trademark

16:37-Trademark searches and importance

20:27-Trademark protection duration

21:03-How to actively use and protect a registered trademark

23:14-Trademark monitoring services

25:21 – Patents

  • What are patents
  • What do patents protect

26:09-Patent duration and geographic limitation

26:58-Trade Secrets

  • What are trade secrets?
  • Examples of trade secrets in the online business world
  • How to protect your trade secrets

28:51-Recap and Conclusion

Links and Resources:

Free Trademark Search Guide: https://mariamatlaw.com/naming-guide

United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO): uspto.gov

United States Copyright Office: copyright.gov

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