Understanding the Differences between Copyright, Patent, and Trademark

Understanding the Differences between Copyright, Patent, and Trademark

"In the context of intellectual property, the terms patent, copyright, and trademark refer to the exclusive rights granted to creators for their original works. These rights typically offer a period of exclusivity to the creator to use and distribute their work. The protection provided by copyright, patent, and trademark extends to the output resulting from the implementation of the idea in practice. Given the availability of multiple intellectual property rights, individuals often find it challenging to differentiate between them. This article aims to clarify the distinctions between Copyright, Patent, and Trademark."


Copyright

As soon as an author creates an original work, copyright protection is established. This exclusive right covers a wide range of works, such as paintings, photographs, music, books, and computer programs, among others, defined under the Copyright Law. Copyright laws protect the expression of ideas rather than the ideas themselves.

While copyright protection automatically exists once the idea is implemented and output is formed, the copyright owner can enhance the protection of their work by registering it. Although registration is not mandatory, it is required to enforce the exclusive rights of copyright through litigation. In case of a legal dispute, timely registration enables copyright owners to pursue specific types of monetary damages.

How to apply:

  • File the online application with all necessary attachments.
  • Get a filing number and receipt
  • Examination by the office
  • Attending to any official objections (if any)
  • Hearing by the Registrar in case of Objection
  • Registration approved and Registration Certificate granted

Patent

A patent is a legal right granted for an invention, which can be a product or a process that generally offers a new and inventive way of doing something or provides a technical solution to a problem. The registration of a patent helps to limit competition in the market for commercializing a specific invention, ultimately benefiting the inventor. Obtaining a patent ensures that the inventor can profit from their hard work while preventing others from infringing on their exclusive rights to the invention.

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