Protect It or Lose It | Austin Bonderer

Send us Fan MailPROFITABLE TALKS...In this episode of Profitable Creative, host Christian Brim interviews Austin Bonderer, an intellectual property patent attorney with over 26 years of experience. They discuss the nuances of intellectual property law, including patents, trademarks, and copyrights, and the importance of protecting one's creative work. Austin shares insights on the patent application process, the significance of trademarks, and the potential consequences of failing to secure intellectual property rights. The conversation also touches on international considerations, the concept of fair use, and practical advice for business owners navigating the complexities of IP law.PROFITABLE TAKEAWAYS...Intellectual property law is nuanced and complex.Each patent examiner operates like their own office.Obviousness is a key factor in patentability.Trademarks are established as soon as a product is sold.Federal trademark registration offers significant legal benefits.Costs for trademark registration can vary widely.International trademark protections can be secured through the Madrid Protocol.Failing to protect IP can lead to significant business losses.Fair use allows limited use of copyrighted material under certain conditions.Copyright law applies to the expression of ideas, not the ideas themselves.Join our community of creative entrepreneurs and get a free copy of our No-BS Guide To Making Your Creative Business Actually Profitable delivered straight to your inbox. We’ll share smart, simple tips to help you keep more of what you earn—no boring accountant talk, we promise.  https://bit.ly/4uCmlX2