Understanding Business and Personal Law

Chapter 14: The Importance of Warranties

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Intellectual Property Attorney
Intellectual property (IP) lawyers work with patents, trademarks, and copyrights. They protect products and product concepts. The high-tech era has added computer software and music to the IP lawyer’s plate. Last year, IP lawyers took Napster to court claiming the site violated copyright laws. The future for IP lawyers is bright. Experts suggest focusing on electrical engineering, computer science, and biotechnology if you are interested in becoming an IP lawyer.

Explore: Research the Web site for the United States Patent and Trademark Office. Find out what you would need to do to obtain a patent. Are the rules and regulations any different for someone under age 18 who wishes to obtain a patent?

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