The term
intellectual property
refers to a person's inventions, designs, discoveries, and creations. When you file a trademark, patent, or
copyright, you protect your intellectual property. Unfortunately, just because you have a right to your intellectual property doesn't keep other entities from trying to pass your work off as their own - or creating a very similar product that serves the same purpose.
Intellectual property law protects you from being taken advantage of in these situations. With the help of an intellectual property lawyer, you can take the necessary steps to stop other entities from infringing on your rights as a creator.