Here are several actionable strategies and practice pointers for safeguarding one's unique creations, whether literary, visual or motion picture.

1. CHARACTER PROTECTION
CHARACTER PROTECTION
UNDER COPYRIGHT
UNDER COPYRIGHT

2. 8 Key Practice Pointers
8 Key Practice Pointers

3. 1. Original creation with especially
distinctive and non-stock characteristics.

4. 2. Thorough written descriptions of
personality and appearance.

5. 3. Make sure the character is an essential
part of the story being told.

6. 4. Detailed illustrations and/or motion
pictures from a variety of visual
perspectives.

7. 5. Understand what constitutes
acceptable parody and fair use.

8. 6. Form TX, PA, and/or VA
application filings.

9. 7. Police competing uses/unauthorized
merchandising, and consider licensing
rights.

10. 8. Maintain detailed records for proving
damages to the brand, if necessary.

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