Inventors: Do You Know What A Prior Art Search Is? Inventors may want to consider a prior art search to find out what is out there that might be the same or similar to their invention. The prior art search can give inventors a better idea of the state of the art related to their… Continue reading Colorado Patent Lawyer
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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Patent Attorney Colorado Q & A Part 5
Patent Attorney Colorado Q & A Part 5 Okay, if my invention is new and not obvious, what then? You have a couple of options. You can file a provisional patent application, or you can file a regular patent application for your invention. What is a provisional patent application? A provisional patent application is a… Continue reading Patent Attorney Colorado Q & A Part 5
Patent FAQ’s
How do I know if I should apply for a patent for my invention? Since you can’t apply for a patent for something that already exists, it’s important to start with a prior art search. In order to analyze those search results, its best to consult a patent attorney. A patent attorney can explain how… Continue reading Patent FAQ’s
Inventors & Patent Laws
Inventors & Patent Laws Inventorship is a legal determination based on the patent laws (discussed below) and a technical analysis of the claims in a patent application. The threshold question in determining inventorship is who conceived of the invention. Unless a person contributes to the conception of the invention, he or she is not an… Continue reading Inventors & Patent Laws