Navigating the Evolving Landscape of Drafting Software Patents

Posted on November 7, 2023November 7, 2023 by Arthur

In the ever-changing realm of Patent Law, drafting software patents have become an increasingly complicated area of practice. The recent decision in KOM Software Inc. v. NetApp, Inc. by the District of Delaware has reignited discussions surrounding the patentability of software under the Alice test, a two-step framework used to determine whether an invention falls within the categories of patent-eligible subject matter. The KOM Software decision highlights the importance of understanding the evolving landscape of software patents and the challenges associated with obtaining and enforcing patent protection in this area.

How to Write a Patent Application with Different Inventions

Posted on February 2, 2022February 2, 2022 by Arthur

A Patent Application can cover multiple inventions. There are different reasons why One Strategy for drafting a wining Patent Application can include covering

Inventors Need to Pay Fees to Keep Patents Alive

Posted on January 7, 2021March 2, 2021 by Arthur

Patent maintenance fees are mandatory fees that must be paid to the Patent Office to keep a utility patent alive. If you have questions about your patent, please contact the IPCenter.

How Much does a Patent Cost

Posted on August 11, 2020August 11, 2020 by Arthur

Cost of a Patent One of the first questions from inventors is how much does a patent cost. The answer, unfortunately varies. You can file your own patent for as little as a few hundred dollars. However, because of the complexity and potential value most people prefer to have a patent attorney file a patent Read more about How Much does a Patent Cost[…]

What Does a Patent Do ?

Posted on October 1, 2019October 1, 2019 by Arthur

One of the first questions many inventors ask is: What Does a Patent Do, and Why Should I get a patent? What Does a Patent Do? A patent is a grant from the government which provides the receiver of a patent the exclusive right to their invention for a fixed period of time. In exchange, Read more about What Does a Patent Do ?[…]

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Everyone is a Genius

Posted on July 19, 2019July 19, 2019 by Arthur

Patent Strategies for Growth

Posted on June 26, 2019June 26, 2019 by Arthur

A strong intellectual property strategy can provide long-term success. However, there are many misunderstandings about the patent process which can contribute to a weak intellectual property strategy.

Potato Dispute over Plant Patent in India

Posted on April 26, 2019May 7, 2019 by Arthur

Plant Patent Protection Pepsi has sued four farmers in India for growing potatoes which are protected in India under the Protection of Plant Variety and Farmers Right Act (PPV). The PPV was enacted in 2001 and was supposed to be pro farmer. Under the PPV, registration of a plant variety provides exclusivity to produce, sell, Read more about Potato Dispute over Plant Patent in India[…]

Caution – Cease and Desist Letter

Posted on April 17, 2019May 7, 2019 by Arthur

As the owner of intellectual property (a patent, copyright or trademark), you have invested significant time, energy and resources into protecting your patent, copyright or trademark. What do you do if you find someone is violating your patent rights, for example? Do you file a lawsuit immediately? Do you contact the police? Do you contact Read more about Caution – Cease and Desist Letter[…]

How to Patent an Idea (4 steps)

Posted on April 5, 2019May 8, 2019 by Arthur

How to Patent an Idea Making money off of your million dollar idea, can be rewarding, but it is not easy. Often times, to become successful, an inventor must build a business around their new product idea, or they must sell their idea to another company. Making millions of dollars off your first idea takes Read more about How to Patent an Idea (4 steps)[…]