If I have an original restaurant concept how do I go about getting it copyrighted?

Answer 1

It is not possible to protect ideas but rather the representation of that idea.

So you could, for instance, file for a copyright for advertising copy, brochures, etc. You can also file for a trademark on the name, logo, slogan, etc.

Copyrights can be obtained for things of an artistic nature. This includes, of course, poetry, films, sculptures, music, fiction, etc. But can also include things that may not necessarily seem "artistic" in the general sense of the word. Copyrights can also be obtained for advertising copy, games, software programs and blueprints, to name just a few.

Trademarks can be names of products or services, logos, slogans, packaging and even sounds and smells. In essence, a trademark can be almost anything that is used to identify a particular product or service. Registering a trademark grants the owner exclusive rights to the mark within the specified industry.

Of course, it's necessary to research the mark comprehensively prior to filing to ensure that there is no possibility of infringing upon another party.

Hope that helps! I wish you much success & happiness in all your ventures!

Answer 2

By registring it in the State Office of Industrial Property, this way you will copyright your special work and concept

Answer 3

Register your idea, and then build it...if you need partners, you sell them on the concept...if it unique enough, then your could sell franchises....good luck (it isn't quite that simple!!)