eHow launches Android app: Get the best of eHow on the go.
Article I, section 8 of the U.S. Constitution empowers Congress "to promote the progress of science and useful arts, by securing for limited times to authors and inventors the exclusive right to their respective writings and discoveries." The first such law was enacted in 1790. Since then, the concept of patent protection has been a... more »
The ever-increasing and common usage of quality, affordable digital cameras has flooded the media environment with photographic imagery. The business realm of photography has shifted from a seemingly closed society to a viable means of financial growth for professionals, hobbyists and in some cases, complete novices. With increased... more »
It is important to understand that there is a distinct difference between the process for copyrighting and registering a copyright. In the United States, a copyright exists in an completed work without the need for formal registration. There are cases in the United States that take this a step further and conclude that a copyright... more »
The federal Patent Act (Title 35 of the United States Code) governs all aspects of law that can be applied to patentable inventions. While some might see this body of statute as contemporary law that affects modern inventions, the Patent Act has a rich history that dates to the United States Constitution. more »
A copyright attorney is a lawyer who specializes in copyright law--the law governing an author's or creator's exclusive right for a limited time regarding that work. Copyright attorneys frequently address issues regarding a work's publication and distribution. more »
A trademark can help brand your company's identity, but as a part of your company's image, you will need to defend it from disputes and misuse.... more »
Intellectual property can include a wide variety of trademarked names, copyrighted material and patented inventions. While there are specific... more »
There is a high potential for abuse of intellectual property, from illegal distribution to misrepresenting another's work as your own. However,... more »
Although paralegal training has been around for decades, educational programs for the administration of law specialization Intellectual Property... more »
Intellectual property (IP) is a number of distinct types of legal monopolies over creations of the mind, both artistic and commercial, and the corresponding fields of law.Intellectual Property Licensing: Forms and Analysis, by Richard Raysman, Edward A. Pisacreta and Kenneth A. Adler. Law Journal Press, 1999-2008. ISBN 973-58852-086-9 Under intellectual property law, owners are granted certain exclusive rights to a variety of intangible assets, such as musical, literary, and artistic works; discoveries and inventions; and words, phrases, symbols, and designs. Common types of intellectual property include copyrights, trademarks, patents, industrial design rights and trade secrets in some jurisdictions.
Although many of the legal principles governing intellectual property have evolved over centuries, it was not until the 19th century that the term intellectual property began to be used, and not until the late 20th century that it became commonplace in the United States."Lemley 2005"> " property as a common descriptor of the field probably traces to the foundation of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) by the United Nations." in Mark A. Lemley, , Texas Law Review, 2005, Vol. 83:1031, page 1033, footnote 4.
Objectives
Financial incentive
These exclusive rights allow owners of intellectual property to reap monopoly profits. These monopoly profits provide a financial incentive for the creation of intellectual property, and pay associated research and development costs. Some commentators, such as David Levine and Michele Boldrin, dispute this justification.R000000>
Economic growth
The legal monopoly granted by IP laws are credited with significant contributions toward economic growth. Economists estimate that two-thirds of the value of large businesses in the U.S. can be traced to intangible assets. Industries which rely on IP protections are estimated to produce 72 percent more value added per employee than no read more at » http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Intellectual+property
Connect with people who share your interest by joining one of our Groups:
How to Time Sex Right so You Can Get Pregnant
How to Feed a Bichon Frise
Introduction to Skydiving Techniques & Free Flying Positions
How to Get Fired Gracefully
How to Stop a Shopaholic
How to Feed Your Neighbor
Info on Caribbean Vacations
Copyright © 1999-2009 eHow, Inc. Use of this web site constitutes acceptance of the eHow Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. en-US Portions of this page are modifications based on work created and shared by Google and used according to terms described in the Creative Commons 3.0 Attribution License.
