If you are thinking of sharing your original photograph or image online, you might also want to protect it from being copied and used by others. Copyrighting your photograph or image is the most effective means of protection. However, whether you can protect your original work from being copied will depend on whether you have […]
Once you register your trade mark, you might think that you can sit back and relax, assured that your goods or services are adequately protected. However, it is your responsibility as a trade mark owner to protect your trade mark. This article provides a general overview of what you should do after you apply for […]
It might be surprising to know that many unofficial third-party organisations scam Australian trade mark and patent owners. These scams are frustrating and costly, leaving many Australian IP owners unable to retrieve their lost funds. To help you avoid trade mark and patent scams, this article outlines: known features of trade mark and patent scams; […]
If you are in the process of selling your business or a product, it is likely that you will also have to sell the associated trade mark protecting your business or product. In this instance, the transfer of a trade mark from its owner to a buyer is called an assignment. This article outlines the […]
When writing and recording an original song, it is important to be aware of the types of copyright protection available to you at each stage of the process. This will determine what exclusive rights you have to use your song. Ultimately, copyrighting your song is an effective way to protect your hard work. This article […]
A domain name can be one of the most important ways your business establishes its online presence. Therefore, it would be frustrating to see that someone has copied your web address. However, there is a chance that two similar domain names can be in use simultaneously. For this reason, this article outlines: instances where similar […]
After completing a piece of artwork, you may want to ensure others cannot copy your hard work. An essential step is copyrighting your artwork. Copyright is a type of intellectual property that can protect your rights as the creator of an original piece of artwork. Different actions are available when someone does copy your art. […]
It is easy for business owners to overlook the importance of trade marking features of their business’ brand, given the time and costs involved in registering a trade mark. However, trade marks are a valuable asset and can significantly enhance the value of your business. This article outlines: trade mark basics; and three reasons why […]
Has it been 10 years since you registered your trade mark with IP Australia? If so, it is time to consider renewing your trade mark registration. By renewing your trade mark registration, you can enjoy a further 10 years of protection and maintain your exclusive right to use, licence and sell your mark. Whilst there […]
When you started to consider applying for a trade mark, you may have noticed that there are multiple ways to apply. IP Australia provides three ways to apply for a trade mark, the first two being a TM Headstart application and a standard application. However, both of these applications serve fairly different purposes and require […]