Intellectual Property: Copyright, Patents, Trademarks

Intellectual Property: Copyright, Patents, Trademarks

Intellectual property (IP) refers to unique creations of the human mind, encompassing inventions, literary and artistic works, designs, and symbols used in commerce. It is protected by law, allowing creators or owners to benefit from their own work or investment in a creation. In the UK, the primary legislation governing IP is the Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988.