Put everything in writing.
It's on public property, but do you still have all the rights?
Patents can have huge financial reward, as well as validate the difficult process of inventing. But not every invention will qualify.
If you're playing music at your business without a public performance license, you could be subject to costly fines.
Understanding your rights under copyright law is the first step to protecting your creative and intellectual property.
Before you patent your idea, consider if the expenses in time and money are worth it.
Boilerplate terms and conditions for your business offer too little protection.