What rights do I have to my intellectual property?

Intellectual property refers to creative works such as inventions, literary and artistic works, and symbols, names, and images, which are the result of intellectual effort. In Rhode Island, intellectual property law grants people certain exclusive rights over such creative works. These rights, which are protected by copyright, trademark, and patent law, allow creators to control how their work is used and to be rewarded for their creativity. Under copyright law, creators are granted the exclusive right to reproduce, distribute, and display their work. Copyright law also grants authors and artists the right to create derivative works, or works based on their original creations. Trademark law protects symbols, words, and images that are used to identify the source of goods and services. Patents protect inventions from being copied or used without authorization. All these intellectual property rights allow people to own and control their creative works. These exclusive rights to reproduce or use a work allow creators to control how their work is used and to benefit financially from their efforts. Intellectual property rights also allow people to protect their own creativity and to make sure that creators of works get the credit they deserve.

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