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Derivatives & Collaboration Module of the Three-Tier IP Control Framework Use this alongside the IP Load Balancing and Three-Tier IP Control documentation. The Core Principle Liana Banyan is designed for people to build on each other’s work. That’s the whole point — a cooperative where collaboration multiplies value instead of creating legal minefields. To keep that safe and fair, we distinguish clearly between four types of IP: Type Who Owns It Platform Rights Background IP You Only what you grant LB IP Liana Banyan Everyone can use on-platform LB-Derivative IP You (under your Tier) LB gets perpetual license Jointly-Created IP Crew agreement Defined by collaborators Background IP What you bring with you. ...

Potluck Pod vs Meal Node: Legal Distinction Why the distinction matters — and how to stay on the right side of the line. Executive Summary Liana Banyan’s meal ecosystem operates in two distinct legal lanes: Structure Legal Status Money Flow Compliance Burden Potluck Pod Non-commercial sharing No money changes hands Minimal (disclosure only) Meal Node Commercial operation Paid transactions Full (licensing, insurance, inspections) Critical principle: You cannot blur these lines. A Potluck Pod that starts accepting payments becomes a Meal Node and must comply with commercial food regulations. ...

State Compliance Checklist: Meal Operations Know your lane before you launch. Overview This checklist helps members identify the appropriate compliance tier for their jurisdiction. States fall into three categories: Category Description States Cottage-Food Friendly Expanded home-based food sales allowed TX, CA, WY, UT, ND, and others MEHKO States Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operations permitted CA, UT (and expanding) Strict States Commercial kitchen required for most paid meal prep NY, NJ, and others Tier Classification by State Tier A: Cottage-Food Friendly States These states have expanded cottage food laws allowing significant home-based food sales. ...

IP Load Balancing vs. Existing Blockchain IP Systems What makes our approach different — and what legal considerations apply. The Landscape: What Exists Today Most blockchain-IP projects fall into a few categories: 1. On-Chain Registries Examples: IPwe Registry, similar platforms What they do: Patent ownership and transactions recorded on Ethereum/Hyperledger Smart contracts for licensing Searchable registry of IP assets Limitation: Static ownership model. Once registered, the economic structure is fixed. ...

Trademark: HEHO “Help Each Other Help Ourselves” — The Golden Key The Mark Element Details Full phrase Help Each Other Help Ourselves Abbreviation HEHO Status Pending filing Owner Liana Banyan Corporation Why Trademark This Strategic Value Reason Importance Core identity Encapsulates entire platform philosophy Differentiation Unique phrase, not generic Protection Prevents competitors from using Brand equity Long-term value accumulation Current Usage Rotating header quotes Foundation documents Marketing materials The Founder’s signature phrase USPTO Filing Strategy Classes to File Class Category Goods/Services Class 35 Advertising & Business Online marketplace services, cooperative business services Class 36 Financial Services Financial services, cooperative banking, mutual aid Class 42 Computer & Software Software platform, SaaS services Filing Options Option Cost Timeline Protection TEAS Plus $250/class 8-12 months Full TEAS Standard $350/class 8-12 months Full Intent to Use +$100 Can file before use Reserved Recommended: TEAS Plus for 3 classes = ~$750 total ...