How Does a Trademark Differ from a Patent or Copyright?
A trademark is any symbol, word, phrase, device, logo or slogan that identifies and distinguishes one product or service from another. A copyright is a right granted to authors of creative works such as books, websites, computer software, music, architecture, and paintings, just to name a few. A copyright owner has the exclusive right to copy, sell and distribute the work. A patent is a right provided by the government that allows inventors to prevent another from making, selling, or using another invention that is similar in nature. Patents may be used to protect inventions, machines, devices, processes and many other things. Moore Legal Group is not licensed to practice patent law.
