STRATEGIES TO PROTECT YOUR INVENTION BEFORE HAVING ACCESS TO FUNDING
202401.25
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STRATEGIES TO PROTECT YOUR INVENTION BEFORE HAVING ACCESS TO FUNDING

If you’ve come up with a new invention but don’t yet have the funds to file a patent application, there are a few strategies you can use to help protect your invention in the meantime: Keep your invention secret: One of the most important ways to protect your invention before filing a patent application is…

The Crucial Factors Affecting Inventors on the Path to Patent Success
202306.29
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The Crucial Factors Affecting Inventors on the Path to Patent Success

The Crucial Factors Affecting Inventors on the Path to Patent Success Introduction: Inventions have the power to shape our world, fuel progress, and revolutionize industries. However, for inventors, securing a patent is a critical step in protecting their intellectual property and reaping the rewards of their ideas. While the patent process can be complex and…

ARE YOUR PATENT OFFICE MAINTENANCE FEES DUE?
202304.28
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ARE YOUR PATENT OFFICE MAINTENANCE FEES DUE?

ARE YOUR PATENT OFFICE MAINTENANCE FEES DUE?   Who can pay? Maintenance fees and any necessary surcharges may be paid by the patentee or by any person or organization on behalf of a patentee.  What to include with payment? You must include both the patent number and corresponding application number with your maintenance fee payment….

HOW DO I APPLY FOR A PATENT?
202302.28
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HOW DO I APPLY FOR A PATENT?

How do I apply for a patent? Inventors may apply for one of two types of patent applications: (1) A nonprovisional application, which begins the examination process and may lead to a patent; and (2) A provisional application, which establishes a filing date but does not begin the examination process. How do I know if…

What can I patent?
202302.21
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What can I patent?

The United States Patent Laws provide that any person who invents or discovers any new and useful process, machine, manufacture, or composition of matter, or any new and useful improvement thereof, may obtain a patent, subject to the conditions and requirements of the law. NEW AND USEFUL An invention is not new if the inventor…

What is Intellectual Property Law?
202301.06
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What is Intellectual Property Law?

Intellectual property refers to the expressions of creativity such as naming of goods and services in interstate commerce, inventive concepts, art and designs. Individual legal rights to protection of this creativity can be found in patent, trademark and copyright law. An intellectual property law attorney can help explain the differences and similarities among these three…

Can I Patent a Name?
202212.08
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Can I Patent a Name?

Naming Generally It is common for most people to confuse patent, trademark and copyright protection when it comes to naming. A person might attempt to patent a name of a business, music group, product or other business purposes. However, patents do not afford protection for names. Patents generally protect inventions and ideas. Names would be…

THE ROLE LICENSES PLAY IN INCREASING BUSINESS REVENUE
202211.16
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THE ROLE LICENSES PLAY IN INCREASING BUSINESS REVENUE

If you are looking to grow your brand in a short period of time, brand licensing might be the way to go. It can be challenging to find the right licensing company and an agreement that keeps expansion in mind while protecting a brand’s image and reputation. While it’s rare to reap the benefits of…