What is the difference between copyright, trademark, and trade secret law?

Copyright, trademark, and trade secret law are important legal tools used by the art community in Nebraska to protect their intellectual property. Copyright law grants creators exclusive control over their works. It applies to creative works such as literature, choreography, photography, and music. Copyright law grants the creator exclusive rights to make and sell copies of their work. Copyright protection typically lasts the life of the creator plus 70 years. In Nebraska, any creative works that are produced and registered with the U.S. Copyright Office receive automatic copyright protection. Trademark law protects words, phrases, and symbols that are used to identify products or services. These symbols, which can include slogans, logos, and product designs, serve as an indicator of the origin of a product or service. In Nebraska, trademarks must be registered with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office to receive legal protection. Trade secret law protects confidential, non-public information and data of a business. This type of law prevents businesses from sharing confidential information with others. Trade secret law protects companies’ competitive advantages by preventing others from gaining access to their trade secrets. In Nebraska, businesses can protect their trade secrets by filing an application with the Nebraska Secretary of State. In summary, copyright law grants exclusive rights to creators to make and sell copies of their works, trademark law protects words, phrases, and symbols associated with a product or service, and trade secret law protects confidential business information.

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