Intelectual Property Flashcards
What does a Registered Design Protect
Only the visual appearance
How long does a Registered Design Last
initially 5 years,
Extended for a possible 4 more periods of 5 years for 25 years max
What is the representation of a trademark
A sign which can be represented graphically
What can be trademarked
Words, Design, Letters, Shapes of goods, Packaging
How much does a trademark cost
Initially £200 for application, Then £50 for each other class
How long does a trademark last
Indefinitely, Initially 10 Years but can be renewed every 10 years
How do you copyright something
It is automatically done, no application
How long does a copyright last
70 years after the creaters death
What does a patent protect
They protect the features and processes that make something work
to be patented the invention must…
Be New
Have an inventive step, that isn’t obvious to an expert
Be capable to be made or used in industry
