In this video, I am going to answer the question: Will a Poor Man Patent (that is, mailing a description of my invention to myself) preserve legal rights to my invention? What is a Poor Man Patent? Read the transcript. The so-called Poor Man patent application is something that came about under the old patent law – the… Continue reading Patent Attorney Video – What is the Poor Man Patent?
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Will a Patent for my Invention make me rich?
Will an invention make money? Watch this video to find out. Invention Video – “Will my patent make me a millionaire?” Read the transcript. Just filing a patent application is not going to make you a millionaire overnight. Just having an idea – even having built something – is not going to make you a millionaire overnight. People… Continue reading Will a Patent for my Invention make me rich?
How does First To File patent law affect inventors and small business?
The US Patent Law changed in 2013 to a “First To File” – how will this affect inventors and small business? Watch this video to find out. The “First To File” Patent Law and what inventors and small businesses need to know Read the transcript. Today I’m going to talk about the “New” Patent Law. Now… Continue reading How does First To File patent law affect inventors and small business?
How Do Inventors Protect An Invention?
Inventors want to know how to protect an invention. Watch this video to find out. How Can Inventors Protect an Invention? Read the transcript. Today I’m here to answer the question “How does an inventor protect their invention?” Usually, someone will give me a call and tell me that they have an idea for an invention, and… Continue reading How Do Inventors Protect An Invention?
What Is A Patent Search, And Does Every Inventor Need A Search For Their Invention?
Inventors always ask whether it is necessary to pay for a patent search. Watch this video to find out. Do Inventors Need A Patent Search for an Invention? Read the transcript below. Today I’m here to answer your question “What is a patent search (or “prior art search”) – and does every inventor need an invention… Continue reading What Is A Patent Search, And Does Every Inventor Need A Search For Their Invention?
Patent Attorney Video – Do I need Patent or Trademark Protection?
Do you need a patent or trademark? Small business owners are often confused by intellectual property terms. Often they will ask, ‘can I file a trademark to protect my invention?’ Watch this video to learn the proper terms and what they mean. Patent or trademark protection? Read the transcript: Today, we’re going to answer your question:… Continue reading Patent Attorney Video – Do I need Patent or Trademark Protection?
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?
In The News – Trenner Law Article in ColoradoBiz Magazine
Trenner Law Firm often receives calls from business owners looking to value their business. Many callers are surprised to learn that some intellectual property can be protected at little to no cost – and add value to the business. P{rotecting other types of intellectual property can be more costly, but is an important investment in… Continue reading In The News – Trenner Law Article in ColoradoBiz Magazine
Common Pitfalls When Selecting a New Trademark
Denver patent and trademark attorney Mark Trenner often receives calls from small business owners about selecting a new trademark. Below is a transcript of an interview Mark gave, in which he shares some of the common pitfalls business owners may encounter when selecting a new trademark. Selecting A New Trademark Interviewer: What is the biggest pitfall… Continue reading Common Pitfalls When Selecting a New Trademark
Inventor of “Operation Game” cannot pay for his own operation
As a patent attorney, I am often asked at parties and when meeting with inventors – will this invention make me rich? Of course, that’s a loaded question. What the inventor is actually seeking is validation of their ideas. They may think because I am a patent attorney that I see a lot of successful… Continue reading Inventor of “Operation Game” cannot pay for his own operation