Platform Overview

Intellectual Property

Step by step legal guides on intellectual property related topics

A divisional trademark application is something that is filed to divide your original patent application. Find out what it is and how to file one here.
An application for the removal of a trademark can be made on the grounds of non-use. Find out how to oppose a removal application here.
It is important to understand how to enforce copyright online to prevent large scale infringements. Read this guide to find out your options.
It is important to protect your intellectual property before engaging in international trade. Read more here.
Trademark and copyright protection are both useful ways of protecting your business's intellectual property. Find out how they're different here.
A provisional patent application is an alternative option to filing a complete patent. Find out how they work here.
Protecting goodwill is vital for any business. Find out the relevant considerations for trademarks when you register as a sole trader.
Apple has previously been successful in trademarking their store layout in the US. Read this guide to find out if you can do the same in Australia.
Do you have an inventive idea you don't have the resources or intention to develop further? Find out if you can patent it in this guide.
Trademarking your business name protects your brand and also increase its value. Find out the cost to trademark a business name here.
Understanding what trademark squatting is and how it affects you is important for anyone running an established or expanding business. Find out more here.
If your logo has been copied, you must prove your intellectual property rights. Learn what action you need to take before commencing legal action against infringers.
Trade marks are great branding tools but its important to know what words and symbols you should not attempt to trade mark. Find out here.
Heard about generic trademarks? Keep reading to learn how the wording of your trademark can impact your application.
Patents and trademarks are both important ways you can protect your business's intellectual property. Find out how they differ here.
Inventions are often the result of collaborative efforts. Find out if more than one person can apply for a patent in this guide.
Music can be an integral part of a cafe. What do you need to do before hitting the play button?
The concurrent use exemption can remedy a rejected trade mark application. Find out what the rules are and how they apply to you.

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