What do you actually own when it comes to your business? And what could you accidentally be giving away?
Intellectual property (IP) can feel like something that only applies to big companies, lawyers or creative industries, but the reality is that almost every business has IP to think about.
Whether you’re a freelancer, creative, founder or running an established business, this session will give you a practical introduction to the main areas of commercial intellectual property and some of the common pitfalls businesses face.
What we’ll cover
Our member, Scott from Moore Law will give an overview of:
- Copyright – what it protects and who actually owns it
- Trade marks – protecting your name, brand and identity
- Design rights – what can be protected and how
- Confidential information – what you should keep protected and how
- Patents – a brief introduction to where these fit in
We’ll also look at some of the everyday IP issues that businesses can encounter, from having employees and a website to using social media, creating content, developing products or delivering services to customers.
You don’t need any previous knowledge of intellectual property to attend. The session is designed to give you a clear, accessible overview and help you understand where IP may be relevant to your own business.
Come along, learn the basics and leave with a better understanding of what you own, what you can protect, and some of the pitfalls to look out for.
Please note: this session is intended as an introduction to IP and general information rather than specific legal advice.
