Intellectual property (IP) refers to creations of the mind, such as inventions; literary and artistic works; designs; and symbols, names, and images used in commerce. They usually give the creator an exclusive right over the use of his/her creation for a certain period. Intellectual Property can be protected in law by, for example, patents, copyrights, and trademarks, which enable people ...

Entrepreneurs building businesses should always ensure that they register their brands with trademark authorities. Understandably, entrepreneurs have limited time, and resources to do everything, however, registering a trademark is quite essential and non-registration of TM can cost a lot. A trademark is a recognizable sign, design, or expression that identifies products or services of a particular source from those of others. ...