Protection and dispute resolution of intellectual property rights

Protection and dispute resolution of intellectual property rights (IPR) are crucial for safeguarding assets derived from human thought, such as inventions, artistic works, and brands, and ensuring their owners can prevent misuse like plagiarism or counterfeiting. Methods include national and international legal frameworks, but alternative dispute resolution (ADR) through mediation and arbitration is increasingly favored for being faster, cheaper, and more confidential than traditional litigation.