What Happens When My Patent Expires? **Attorney Advertising **
Obtaining a patent can be a difficult and costly experience. Not to mention, it can take years before a patent is ultimately approved by the United States Patent and Trademark Office. After investing the time and money necessary to move through the patent approval process, it can be frustrating to find out that the patent […]
I Have an Idea for an Invention—How Can I Patent It? **Attorney Advertising**
So, you’ve come up with a great idea for an invention and you want to patent it before it’s discovered by someone else. How can you get started? In the world of intellectual property, your idea cannot be patented, but your invention certainly can, assuming it is novel. Many people assume that an idea and […]
Patent Trolls: Who Are They and What Do They Want? **Attorney Advertising **
There are companies that exist for the sole purpose of going after others for patent infringement (whether real or alleged) using hardball tactics. Such companies may not even be the inventor behind the patent; rather, they may simply buy patents from others and enforce them aggressively. In the world of Intellectual Property, such companies are […]
Patent License and Assignment Negotiation **Attorney Advertising**
After creating an invention or product and successfully completing the patent application process to obtain a registered patent, one of the most difficult parts of owning a patent is negotiating licenses and assignments. Licensing and/or assigning your patent is one of the best ways to monetize your patent, especially if you are not manufacturing or […]
Similar Products, Different Patents **Attorney Advertising**
You’ve worked long and hard to create something new, and now you’re gearing up to apply for a patent. You know that you won’t be granted a patent if your invention isn’t unique, so you do a search for similar patents…and you find them. Now what? If you find a patent or design that is […]
Need a Patent? Step One is a Prior Art Search **Attorney Advertising **
It’s important to the patent process that one does a prior art search to make sure that no one else has patented the same invention or design. A design or invention may serve a purpose and not be obvious, but one can’t patent what has already been discovered and disclosed because it’s not unique or […]
Boutique and Niche Cosmetics: Should You Apply for a Patent for Your Formula? **Attorney Advertising**
Entrepreneurship has its benefits, and for those following their passion and working hard, it’s possible to make a living doing what they love. With sites like Shopify, Amazon, Ebay, and Etsy, it’s easier than ever for a cosmetic formulator to create and sell products to the public. However, there’s a lot of competition out there. […]
Patent Pending: How Much Protection? **Attorney Advertising **
You’ve created something brilliant, and now you’re in the long process of getting a patent. It may be years before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) grants your patent, so what do you do? The good news is that you can still market your patent pending item with protection under patent law. Why are […]
Patent Protection Is Not Forever: Here’s What to Know **Attorney Advertising **
It’s an exciting time when an inventor develops a solution to a problem not currently known in the marketplace. While the inventor may be eager to share his or her discovery with the world, it’s often necessary to seek out patent protection so that no one else can steal the product or formula before it’s […]
How to Transfer Ownership of Your Patents Following a Medical Crisis or Death *Attorney Advertising*
Inventors are often presented with many opportunities to sell or transfer ownership of their patents. Usually, a proposal of this sort is a happy and joyful occurrence, meaning that the inventor is nearing a payday and receiving affirmation that their idea or invention could provide a valuable or meaningful contribution to the world. But sometimes, […]
