New Patent Application Examination Rules
On May 5, 2011 the United States Patent Office (USPTO) will begin the implementation of new rules for prioritizing patent
Charlie Sheen’s Patent
While Charlie Sheen has been in the media recently for other reasons, did you know that beneath the media superstar
Patent Infringement Litigation: Protecting Innovation
In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, patent infringement litigation has become a critical tool for inventors and companies to protect
Requirements of a Patent
Unlocking Innovation: Understanding the Requirements of a Patent In today’s fast-paced world of innovation and technological advancement, protecting your intellectual
Protecting Secret Information: Safeguarding Your Valuable Assets
In today’s competitive business landscape, intellectual property (IP) often represents a company’s most valuable asset. While patents, trademarks, and copyrights
Maintaining the Term of a Patent
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Understanding Patent Law – Novelty and Prior Art
In the intricate world of intellectual property, patent law novelty stands as a cornerstone of whether an invention is patentable.
Challenging Patents
Reexamination of Patents After a patent is issued by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), the discovery of
Patent Applications: Written Description
One of the most important aspects of the patent application is the written description requirement. Under the written description requirement,
Patenting Useful Inventions
Under the Patent Act, a patent may be obtained for “any new and useful process, machine, manufacture, or composition of