Gunnison, McKay & Hodgson, L.L.P.

Monterey, California

Frequently Asked Questions

The information provided below is of a general nature, and is intended only to assist the reader in developing a general understanding of Intellectual Property. The information is not legal advice, and is not intended as legal advice.

If you need assistance with an intellectual property question, you should seek the assistance of a qualified attorney, and you should not rely upon the information provided at this web site. Further, you should seek such assistance as soon as possible to assure that any rights you may have are protected to the extent possible.


General

What are Intellectual Property Rights?

U.S. Patents

General

What is a patent?

What is the patent property right granted by the United States?

What is the term of a patent?

Does an U.S. Patent confer any rights in a foreign country?

U.S. Copyrights

General

What is a copyright?

What works of authorship can be protected by a copyright?

Does a copyright protect the idea of the work of authorship?

Where are copyrights registered?

U.S. Trademarks

General

What does the term "trademark" include?

What is the purpose of trademark protection?

What is the term of a trademark?

 

Trade Secrets

General

What is a trade secret?

 

 

What are Intellectual Property Rights?

Intellectual Property Rights are a broad category of rights that can include rights associated with any one of, or any combination of patents, copyrights, trademarks, service marks, mask works, or trade secrets, for example.

 

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