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Invention is the lifeblood of American commerce. New products and processes drive innovation and make everyday life healthier, safer and more manageable. Inventors can protect their ideas from copycats and thieves when the U.S. government patents them. Novelty and...
Filing a patent application in the United States requires detailed documentation. The applicant must also pay the required fees based on the type of patent, the number of claims and other factors. It’s important to review and understand the common fees associated with...
The need for protecting intellectual property rights extends to foreign applicants wishing to register trademarks in the United States. A new 2019 law has changed the procedure for this kind of registration. A little history The importance of intellectual property...
If you have created an invention, design or process, you will need to protect it from someone else stealing your idea. The best way to protect your idea from intellectual property theft is with a patent. But how do you know if what you have created is eligible for...
Many components go into running a successful business. Not only do you have an in-demand product or service, but you also have an established company logo and slogan. While you may have taken steps to trademark this intellectual property, you should not forget about...
If you have a good or service, you want a way for new customers and existing ones to easily identify your business. After all, while other companies perform the same function, yours does it better. While you can certainly distinguish your organization with a unique...
Seeking a United States patent can be complex. Understanding the process and the fees before moving forward can help you avoid pitfalls. Explore an overview before filing an application with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Determine patentability If a printed...
Whether you are just starting a new business or you help run a larger corporation, you know firsthand how important marks are to your company's success. When developing a new company, item or store, it is critical to design a mark that will help people identify your...
As an inventor or innovator, your creations are your bread and butter. The idea that someone else could steal your ideas is naturally upsetting. That is why there are laws that help you to protect what you invent or create. Intellectual property laws include patents,...
If you have invented a new product or made a new discovery, you want to protect it so that no one else can profit from your idea. Perhaps the best way to accomplish this is by obtaining a patent. Patents last from 15 to 20 years, during which time you have the...
