When you think of a patent, most people think of a physical invention like a new engine or tool. However, thanks to a 1998 federal court decision you can patent a business method. This is great news for software developers, internet companies, and business innovators. As you can imagine, a business method or software patent… See the Full Article
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In the world of marketing and advertising, originality is everything. Being the first to say it or create it gives you an edge on the competition. Today there are so many people creating an incredible amount of content for all kinds of marketing purposes. With all this content floating around, and a lot of it… See the Full Article
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Love him or hate him, Justin Bieber is undeniably one of the most popular musicians on the charts. He’s had multiple number one hits, and he’s sold out stadiums from coast to coast. However, one of his most popular songs is now being called into question. Indie pop singer Casey Dienel, also known as White… See the Full Article
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One of the few urban legends floating around in the world of intellectual property is that mailing yourself a copy of your song, book, or other original creation will act as informal copyright or patent. This technique is sometimes called a poor man’s copyright. It seems logical enough right? You write a song, mail it… See the Full Article
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