You've already created content and a brand. Now, a copycat is making money pushing a product ridiculously similar to yours. Congratulations! Imitation is flattery. So, why are you pissed off? You're upset because it's unfair and, possibly, infringes on your rights. Learn how to protect your creative projects without going overboard...or broke!
Questions Answered:
I attended SXSWi 08, and I learned about creating a brand. What's the next step? How do I protect it?
What is intellectual property law?
Help! Someone's stealing content from my site. What should I do?
I’m a digital filmmaker. How does piracy relate to all of this stuff?
When should I file a trademark to protect my online content?
What's the difference between a trademark, patent and copyright?
I know about Creative Commons, but I don't get how it works. Can you explain it?
Where are the legal resources in my region (or country) that provide assistance with these matters?
You saw “Coming to America,” right? Someone isn't copying me, but they're the McDowell’s to my McDonald’s. Is that even legal?
Why does this stuff matter to my film / blog / website / music site?
Panelists:
Oren Bitan (Morrison & Foerster), Twanna A Hines, moderator (funkybrownchick.com), Corynne McSherry (EFF), Elena M. Paul, Esq (Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts)