A plain-English guide to intellectual property law Patent, Copyright & Trademark is a unique, comprehensive reference that explains the complex and fast-moving laws of intellectual property (IP). It covers patents, copyrights, trademarks, and trade secrets, and for each includes: • an overview of the law • recent developments in the law • the scope of IP protection • sample registration forms and other forms • a substantial glossary of terms Topics in the book include: • the types of patents and the basics of applying for a patent • what copyright protects and how AI is impacting copyright as we know it • what marks can be registered and how to register a trademark • what qualifies as a trade secret and how to protect trade secrets is a handy, one-stop reference for businesses that own or deal in IP, attorneys who need to have a basic understanding of IP law, individual inventors and creators, and anyone who wants to understand how this important area of law and business works.