Our Illinois copyright attorneys explore the process and benefits of copyrighting in this article.  We discuss registering, the time the process takes, and the method to register and submit your copyright application. We also examine trademarks, copyrights, patents, intellectual property and how they digress from one another.

Any work that is original, despite being unpublished or published can be copyrighted as long as there is a concrete example presented to be copy written.  It's beneficial that a copyright is filed in a timely manner because the sooner it is filed means any infringement lawsuits are able to be filed in order to pursue damages.

Read the full article by our Illinois copyright attorneys explaining how to copyright your intellectual property.

Our Illinois trademark lawyers use the following article on trademark law to help you understand your trademark rights.

Trademarks are an important part of your business and include any word, symbol, or other device used to distinguish a business's products for services from those provided by others. We explain what makes a trademark distinguishable enough to be protected, and other considerations in determining whether a trademark is protectable. We explain how to file a trademark application and the consequences of protecting your trademark.

Read the entire article by our Illinois trademark attorneys explaining trademark law.

Our Illinois intellectual property attorneys can help your business with all of its legal needs. In this article, we outline the 11 situations in which you should consult Illinois IP attorneys or business lawyers.

From hiring employees to possible exit strategies, consulting an attorney will provide your company with the best outcome. Make smart decisions for your business, and avoid unnecessary legal disputes when it comes to your company's trademarks and copyrights.

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