Patents! They sound boring, but for the mad scientists out there, they're pure gold.Patents protect new, useful, and non-obvious inventions. It’s not for your song or screenplay. It’s for the gear.For example, maybe you invented a new way to create fog for a haunted house or a unique lighting setup for a concert. If it's new and not obvious, it might be patentable.Patents are the ultimate badass way to lock down your technology. They might not ward off angry villagers with pitchforks, but they can ward off copycats who want to steal your big idea.Don't let your creative work or business become a ghost story. Intellectual property is one of the most terrifyingly useful tools you have. If you're a creator or other entrepreneur ready to build a frighteningly powerful business and brand, you need to know how to use it.You don't have to face the darkness alone. To learn more about protecting your art, your name, your business, and your legacy, you can book a consultation with me at kingpatentlaw.com. I'm an attorney in Champaign-Urbana, Illinois, but I serve intellectual property clients nationwide.And if this episode helped you survive the horror of learning about how to protect and manage your intellectual property and business, please like and subscribe! You can find all of my other frighteningly good content on the King Patent Law website, at "Know Your Rights" on all major podcast platforms, and at @kingpatentlaw on most social media.The information provided in this episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice or form an attorney-client relationship. You should not act on any information presented here without first seeking the counsel of a licensed attorney for your specific legal needs.#patent #businesstips #smallbusinesstips #law #intellectualproperty #lawyer

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