The intellectual property law (IP) offers entrepreneurs the opportunity to protect their creative, innovative, and distinctive achievements. These rights include copyright, trademark and design rights, patents, trade names, and database rights. Knowledge that constitutes trade secrets can also be legally protected.
Your rights and opportunities
An IP right gives you exclusive control over the use and exploitation of your creations. This legal monopoly allows you to commercially exploit your innovation and take action against infringements. Although not all knowledge is automatically protected, the law does provide protection for confidential information such as trade secrets.
Our IP specialists advise on the creation, protection, and registration of your rights. We handle (international) trademark and design registrations at fixed rates where possible. Additionally, we assist you in disputes, such as infringement proceedings and claiming damages.
Which rights fall under IP?
We assist with, among other things:
Copyright: Protection of original works such as texts, photographs, product designs, and software.
Trademarks & designs: Registration of visual characteristics of a name, logo, or shape of products and/or services.
Trade names: Protection of your business name against confusion caused by a newer trade name of competitors.
Patents: Advising and litigating on patent rights and (alleged) infringements.
Trade secrets: Legal protection of confidential business information.
Domain names: Guidance in the transfer and protection of online presence.
Slavish imitation: Protection against the unlawful imitation of product designs.
International network
IP rights often transcend national borders. BG.legal is part of the international network of Consulegis, allowing us to effectively assist you abroad as well.
Would you like to know how to optimally protect and exploit your intellectual property? Contact us for a consultation.
