Legal Question in Intellectual Property in Massachusetts

I came up with an idea making my own website for business. First, I need to know what's the regulations and rules to patent or copyright my website's name and content, because I will be making money off this website. Is there anyone I should speak to in person about what I need to do? Thank you for your help and looking forward to hearing from you. Giovanni


Asked on 12/17/09, 5:29 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Lawrence Graves Coolidge & Graves PLLC

Patent is most unlikely fit but it should not be dismissed out of hand. Copyright protects only the code, not the business concept. Trademark protects a brand name but not an underlying business model associated with the brand. Do give me a call and I can provide advice specific to your circumstances.

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Answered on 12/22/09, 6:06 pm


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