Patents are the rights awarded to inventors by national states in which a monopoly is granted to the patent holder, usually for a maximum duration of 20 years from first filing, in return for a public disclosure of a new invention...read more
Trade Marks.
In general terms, a trade mark is any sign capable of distinguishing the goods of services of one proprietor from those of another, but the specific definition of a trade mark differs according to the national law...read more
Designs.
Designs protect the shape and appearance of a range of products ranging from artistic works such as sculptures, industrial products, furniture items, consumer goods, automotive components, furniture, building structures...read more
