Intellectual property

The basics of copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

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Trademarks, copyright and other intellectual property

Trademarks, copyright and other intellectual property

Inventors, designers, writers, other creative people, and entrepreneurs naturally want to protect the things they create. The laws involved in protecting ideas, inventions and designs are called intellectual property laws.

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Music law

Music law

Whether you make music or listen to it, it’s important to know the laws that apply to creating and engaging with music. Learn the laws that apply to musicians and music listeners.

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