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Understanding the Role Intellectual Property Plays in Mergers and Acquisitions

Kashishipr

The term ‘ Intellectual Property (IP) ‘ basically refers to the creations of the human mind that are intangible in nature. IP, undoubtedly, has a vital role to play in establishing the worth of a company in the industry by carrying its innovation, product value, and brand value and safeguarding its brand name in the market.

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Protect Your Goodwill: Allowing Third Parties to Use Your Trademarks

JD Supra Law

Insurers naturally allow their agents and other third parties to use their trademarks and service marks. But unless you set clear guidelines for third-party use of your brands, this can be risky.

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Call for Nominations for IPLAC Creator of the Year

Chicago IP

The Intellectual Property Law Association of Chicago (IPLAC) Creator of the Year Committee is seeking nominations for its 2022 Creator of the Year Award. Trademark Law: A powerful branding program that combines a strong trademark or service mark and a memorable advertising and marketing campaign.

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Marketing and IPR

IP and Legal Filings

Introduction It often happens that a company’s trademark is confused with its brand and on top of that, the brand name or trade name. A company’s brand on the other hand only exists intangibly, in the minds of the public. This resulted in the creation of brand names and, eventually, trademark protection for brands.

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Trademarks vs. Copyrights for Startups

TraskBritt Intellectual Property

Intellectual property law includes patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets and is an important consideration for any new business. This article will address trademarks and copyrights, but the law firm of TraskBritt can assist with any intellectual property law needs. What Does a Copyright Protect?

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Call for Nominations for IPLAC Creator of the Year

LexBlog IP

The Intellectual Property Law Association of Chicago (IPLAC) Creator of the Year Committee is seeking nominations for its 2022 Creator of the Year Award. Trademark Law: A powerful branding program that combines a strong trademark or service mark and a memorable advertising and marketing campaign.

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Africa IP highlights 2023: Trade marks

The IPKat

Stephen further stated that he was in the process of registering the word for advertising and media business with the aim of providing marketing, branding, and related services, there was a lot of interest in the possibility of registering such a term. Should it not be the chant that may be copyright-protected as a musical work?]

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