The Worldwide Patent
How Do I Secure A Worldwide Patent? Unfortunately, there is no such thing as a worldwide patent – your patent does have... Read More
Do I Really Need To Pay For A Patent Search?
“My attorney suggests a patent search, but I couldn’t find my idea anywhere. Do I really need to pay for the patent... Read More
The Importance of a Professional Patent Search
Though not always requested, a combined patent search and patentability opinion is an essential component of the filing process. While some very... Read More
The Truth About Patent Infringement
The “big guys will bury me, so why get the patent?” question is one that patent attorneys hear often. However, there are... Read More
Patent Myth: Mailing An Idea To Myself Establishes Patent Protection
I mailed my invention idea to myself to establish I was the first inventor. Am I safe? Unfortunately, the answer is no.... Read More
Why Do I Need A Patent?
Many inventors ask the question, “Why do I need a patent?” Here is the answer. You have put a lot of yourself... Read More
Patent Fees: Flat Fee Patent vs. Hourly Billing
When analyzing patent fees, are flat fee patent arrangements better than the traditional hourly billing model? The short answer is probably yes. In... Read More
I Have Been Selling My Invention – Can I Still Patent It?
The United States has what is called a one year statutory bar date – in normal English it means that if your... Read More
What Can I Patent? What Can’t I Patent?
Patents can first be broken into patent types. Design patents and utility patents are the most common. Plant patents are also available.... Read More
Sioux Falls Attorneys Kaufhold & Dix Partner with Skyforce on Patented Moves
Sioux Falls Attorneys Kaufhold & Dix Recognize the Patented Moves of Skyforce Basketball Kaufhold and Dix Patent Law believes in the power... Read More