Protecting Creativity: Why IP Law Matters in Fashion, Art & Design

About this episode

This episode discusses how creators in fashion, art, and design can protect their intellectual property.

In this episode, patent attorney Vincent LoTempio returns to explore how creators in fashion, art, and design can protect their intellectual property. Vincent and host Zofia Morales break down why fashion is difficult to patent, how trademarks and trade dress can offer protection, and what creators need to know about copyright ownership, work-for-hire agreements, and avoiding common legal pitfalls. Whether you’re a fashion designer, fine artist, or brand builder, this conversation is packed with practical legal guidance.

People in this episode

Host: Zofia Morales

Guest: Vincent LoTempio

Topics covered

• intellectual property
• fashion law
• art law
• design protection
• copyright
• trademarks

Keywords

• intellectual property
• fashion
• art
• design
• patent
• trademark
• copyright
• legal guidance

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Guardians of Innovation

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