Patent Law

Patent protection is a common consideration for growing startups. Making the right intellectual property (IP) choices early can save you money and strengthen your competitive position. This guide can help you decide if your startup needs patent protection or if other...

A United States Patent and Trademark Office Notice to File Missing Parts means a patent application lacks required documents. Receiving this notice does not mean the government rejected your invention. The USPTO stalls the review process. To prevent application...

Coming up with a unique product or service is an exciting part of being an inventor or entrepreneur. The time and effort that you poured into that idea have paid off, and you have something that can be potentially successful and popular. However, your invention can be...

If you hold a patent or want to use someone else's patented technology, a license to do so is likely part of the conversation. But if you do not know the first thing about this sort of agreement, this blog will explore what it can entail. How does a patent license...

Securing a patent for a new tech is a rigorous legal process. Many innovators submit their applications with high hopes only to receive a rejection notice citing "obviousness." This specific type of refusal is a frequent hurdle that often catches unrepresented...

New York is home to many creators and founders with big ideas. If you invent something new, protecting it early is a vital part of your business plan. One of your first choices is whether to file a provisional or a non-provisional patent application. This choice is a...

Some people want the protection given by a patent, but they do not want to go through the official process. This has led to the rise of something known as a “poor man’s patent.” You may have heard this discussed before, but what does it mean? Typically, someone will...

Growing apples can be costly. The best varieties are grown from grafts connected to dwarf rootstock, and farmers often pay quite a bit for the newest and most popular apple varieties. They may need to replace orchards every few years to optimize productivity. Those...

Those hoping to develop new brands or products often patent their creations to ensure sole control over a concept or new product. The process of prosecuting a patent is a lengthy one that often takes months to complete and requires the assistance of a specialized...

If other businesses want to offer a patented product or integrate a patented component into a product, they generally need to negotiate a licensing agreement with the patent holder. In cases where outside parties infringe on a patent and do not compensate the patent...