You may wonder how to name your invention and what rules the US Patent Office requires for the patent title. How to title your patent might seem simple at first, but it really can be difficult. Like a book, you probably have the main idea for your story. When it comes down to naming your… Continue reading Parts of a Patent Application – Patent Title
Category: Patents
If you have an idea for an invention, then you need patents to protect your invention.
Patents can:
- Protect against competitors
- Provide a competitive edge in the marketplace
- Set your business apart from others in the same space
- Help market your product
If you have a business, or are thinking of starting a company, a patent can increase the value of your business.
Without a patent, the value of your company is just what the inventory is worth. Patents (often called a “patent portfolio”) can make a business worth millions.
What is a patent?
Patents are a property right created by the federal government. A patent grants the patent owner (usually the inventor, or the inventor’s employer), the exclusive right to make, use, and sell the invention.
How do I get a patent?
You must apply for a patent for your invention at the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). The Patent Office recommends that you work with an attorney registered to practice before the USPTO to avoid losing important legal rights to your invention.
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Budget Patent Search
The first thing you want to do when you have a new idea for an invention is a patent search. You’ve heard it time and again. But what how can you afford a patent search? Let’s talk about a budget patent search. There are numerous resources on the Internet for conducting a patent search. Some… Continue reading Budget Patent Search
Professional Patent Search Saves Time and Money
In today’s competitive landscape, it is crucial to act fast and protect your invention with a patent. But filing a patent application can be expensive. And if you file a patent application for an invention that already exists – you will quickly learn that that you have wasted your time time and money that could have been… Continue reading Professional Patent Search Saves Time and Money
How Provisional Patent Application Can Protect Your Invention
It is crucial to protect your invention if you want to compete in today’s marketplace. That means getting a filing date with the US Patent Office right away so that your competitors don’t get rights to your invention before you. Fortunately, there is a fairly quick and relatively inexpensive way to do this. Let’s look at… Continue reading How Provisional Patent Application Can Protect Your Invention
Patent, Copyright, or Trademark?
Patent, copyright, or trademark are all different types of intellectual property (IP) protection. So it is important to understand the differences before deciding which type of protection is best. In some cases, more than one type of protection may be available. It depends on what needs to be protected. Learn more about intellectual property (IP)… Continue reading Patent, Copyright, or Trademark?
Can I do my own patent pending search?
I am often asked by inventors “Can I do my own patent pending search?” The answer is yes, but read this first. Can I do my own patent pending search? Inventors can certainly do their own search of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office database for both pending patent applications and issued patents. The search… Continue reading Can I do my own patent pending search?
Colorado Patent Attorney Discusses Design Patents – Part 3 of 3
Colorado Patent Attorney Discusses Design Patents – Part 3 of 3 Watch Video Interview at This Link: Colorado Patent Attorney Discusses Design Patents Interviewer: Which type of patent application – design or utility – should inventors consider then? Patent Attorney: Well the article points out that “a collection of design patents can significantly increase the… Continue reading Colorado Patent Attorney Discusses Design Patents – Part 3 of 3
Colorado Patent Attorney Discusses Design Patents – Part 2 of 3
Colorado Patent Attorney Discusses Design Patents – Part 2 of 3 Watch Video Interview at This Link: Colorado Patent Attorney Discusses Design Patents Interviewer: And how long is a design patent valid? Patent Attorney: A design patent is valid for 14 years from the date of issue. This is different than utility patents, which are… Continue reading Colorado Patent Attorney Discusses Design Patents – Part 2 of 3
Colorado Patent Attorney Discusses Design Patents – Part 1 of 3
Colorado Patent Attorney Discusses Design Patents – Part 1 of 3 View the video interview here: Colorado Patent Attorney Discusses Design Patents Introduction: This morning we are interviewing Denver-area patent attorney Mark Trenner. Mark has been practicing as a patent attorney in Colorado for almost 14 years; the past 9 years at Trenner Law Firm.… Continue reading Colorado Patent Attorney Discusses Design Patents – Part 1 of 3
Denver Patent Attorney Discusses Patent Trolls – Part 3 of 3
Denver Patent Attorney Discusses Patent Trolls – Part 3 of 3 View the video interview here: Denver Patent Attorney Discusses Patent Trolls Interviewer: I thought the article was about Vermont? Patent Attorney: Yes, the article explains that Nebraska is the second state going after these so-called frivolous lawsuits. Interviewer: And Vermont is the first state?… Continue reading Denver Patent Attorney Discusses Patent Trolls – Part 3 of 3