Patent Maintenance, Patent Ownership, and Patent Infringement
“I have been awarded a patent. Do I need to do anything else?” An awarded utility patent must be kept in good... Read More
The US Patent Office Rules That Inventors Must Be Human
In its recent ruling, the US Patent and Trademark Office says that an artificial intelligence (AI) system can’t be officially recognized as... 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