Legal Question in Intellectual Property in Indiana
Regarding copyright laws or intellectual property: Can one copyright or otherwise protect as intellectual property the concept/idea for a non-fiction book? My book concept calls for close collaboration with a second party. I wish to protect my concept/idea in the event that another person that I approach declines to participate jointly with me. I want legal barriers in place that prevent that person from publishing such a book without my participation or approval.
2 Answers from Attorneys
Copyright does not protect ideas, concepts, systems, or methods of doing something. You may express your ideas in writing and claim copyright in your description, but be aware that copyright will not protect the idea itself as revealed in your written work.
The other attorney is right on point here. Copyright does not protect an idea. You should use an NDA (Nondisclosure Agreement) with your second party collaborator. A carefully written NDA can protect an idea. Consult with an attorney in your area for specifics.
Kevin B. Murphy, B.S., M.B.A., J.D. - Mr. Franchise
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