Patent Law

As a patent owner, it's essential to understand the concept of patent term extension and adjustment. These mechanisms can potentially extend the life of your patent, allowing you to maximize the benefits of your intellectual property. Typically, a utility patent has a...

Getting a patent can take months or even years (2 years is somewhat typical). This is why you will often see products that advertise a “patent pending” status. A company has started selling a product, knowing that a patent application has been filed, but they want to...

The patent process is inherently time-sensitive. The longer that an individual inventor or innovative business waits to file a patent, the more likely their invention will be impacted by claims of prior art. It is important to submit a non-provisional patent...

Patent filing is an essential step toward protecting your intellectual property. However, many individuals and businesses often try to save money by filing the patents themselves, commonly known as DIY patent filing. It may seem like a cost-effective approach, but it...

Prosecuting patent infringement is often about protecting an idea, invention or manufacturing process. A patent extends the sole right to use a process, invention or concept for years. Innovative businesses can often produce better products than their competitors or...

Protecting your invention with a patent prevents others from using it without your permission. Nonetheless, your idea may also not be new, which means it won't be eligible for a patent. Accordingly, you need to conduct a search to determine if someone else or a...

Creating a board game is an exciting and challenging endeavor that requires a significant investment of time and resources.  Therefore, as a game developer, it's essential to understand the legal protections available to you, including the possibility of obtaining a...

When the subject of “property” comes up, most people imagine tangible assets like personal property (cars, jewelry or real estate and so forth). However, when you have a creation of the mind, such as a work of art or technological innovation, then it is important that...

Inventing an idea and implementing it is not easy. It requires creativity and strategies. Thus, it can be stressful when another person copies your invention and monetizes it without your permission.  The United States Code (U.S.C.) Title 35 protects people who...

Competition means needing to innovate, as creating a new manufacturing process, plant variety or machine could lead to one company's dominance of a particular industry. Successfully prosecuting a patent allows a business that invests in research and developments to...