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Intellectual Property

Welcome to the Intellectual Property Center, providing information and resources to help businesses protect their own intellectual property and avoid infringing on the intellectual property rights of others. Here you will find practical and legal tips on registering and using copyrights, patents, and trademarks.

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  • Copyright - How copyright protection works, a guide to getting a copyright, and tips on using and licensing copyrighted material.


  • Patents - Information on protecting your idea or invention, tips on the patent application process, and resources from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
  • Trademarks - Information and resources on trademark protection, the trademark registration process, avoiding infringement problems, and more.
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