Patent Law

One of the mistakes some people make when filing a patent application is not confirming if their invention is patentable. You don't want to spend time trying to patent your idea only to find out it cannot be patented. Here is what to know about this: What can and...

Patent prosecution is a complex, multi-stage process that requires a careful balance of speed and precision. First, organizations need to develop concepts or products that could be eligible for a patent. Then, research to make sure the concept does not infringe on a...

Obtaining a patent is the culmination of a lot of hard work – and it provides the exclusive rights to your invention. Once you have a patent, however, you have to keep it if you want to keep enjoying the benefits of your exclusive rights. Failing to do so can let...

As a patent holder, it is important to put protections in place to protect your inventions. An appropriately drafted and registered patent can do this.  That alone is not enough, though. You must also remain vigilant in case anyone should try to infringe on your...

Patents are used in a wide variety of industries across the United States. They are an effective way to protect intellectual property. Many companies are based around the development of a single core product, so patenting this product enables the company to be...

Inventors who create a unique invention or technique often have the right to patent their work. A patent can protect an inventor’s process, design or invention from being used by others for commercial means. An inventor can submit an application to the United States...

Securing a patent can make a major difference for an organization. Particularly when a company is a startup hoping to offer a product that no competitor currently sells, patenting original concepts can be of the utmost importance. A successfully prosecuted patent...

You may be drawn to the idea of a do-it-yourself (DIY) patent application due to the perceived cost savings and the sense of having control. However, what appears like a simple task can quickly become a daunting challenge. The patent application process requires a...

If you are considering applying for a patent, you may find yourself asking whether or not the invention you have is even patentable. Do you qualify for this type of legal protection? If you apply for a patent, are you just going to be told that it’s not possible? To...

In many cases, inventors apply for patents on their own. They’ve created a product that they would like to take to market. Perhaps it is the basis for a small business that they’re starting. They get the patent so that they are the only person who is allowed to make...