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Individuals who have an idea of invention that works in conjunction to another product or service already on the market can and should still get a patent in place for that new invention. In fact, if you do not do so you could be costing yourself money and time. There are some … [Read more...] about You Can Patent New Features On Products

Utility patent applications A regular non-provisional patent application, also called a utility patent application, is examined by the USPTO and can lead to an issued patent. The invention must be new, useful and nonobvious. A utility patent application can claim benefit of the … [Read more...] about United States Patent Applications

For example, I have an idea that would use the NFL name, teams, and players. I am not sure if I should contact the NFL, a Patent Lawyer, or what first step I should take. If you intend to use any of the names or insignia associated with the National Football League, you will … [Read more...] about What Steps Do I Need to Take for My Patent?

For an invention to qualify to receive patent protection, it must represent a brand new method to the way things are done or has to offer a new technical feature. For an invention to be “new”, it must not previously have been published in writing, spoken about or used … [Read more...] about Maximum patent protection

A patent provides the ability to exclude others from using an invention. Only a licensed patent practitioner may properly file a patent application for another. While the time may vary depending on the nature of the invention, it generally takes anywhere from fifteen months to … [Read more...] about Essentials of Patent