Imagine you have developed a groundbreaking product that is going to revolutionize your industry. You do not want your competitors to copy the product. At the very least, you want them to pay you ...

Inventions can be extremely valuable, yet it is impossible, and in most cases premature, to apply for a patent the moment it is conceived. For example, time may be required to develop the nascent ...

When it comes to intellectual property, “patents” might spring to mind. A good patent can give startups a competitive edge, and once you’ve been granted one, nobody can come and mess with your ...

Reasons for seeking foreign patent protection. Important factors to consider when selecting countries to pursue patent protection. Imagine that you have developed a groundbreaking electronic product.

To continue reading this content, please enable JavaScript in your browser settings and refresh this page. You have a great idea for an invention, and you think it is ...

When there is intellectual property to protect, entrepreneurs often think of patents. But what is a patent? How do you obtain a patent? What does the process entail and cost? This article explores ...

Think patents are just legal jargon or a guaranteed payday? Discover the surprising truths behind common U.S. patent myths and what you really need to know before you file. When people hear the word ...

“While the process of obtaining an FFL is simple, the consequence of violation can be dire. If a license is required but not obtained, an applicant can have its patent declared invalid.” In Part I of ...

At its core, a patent is a contract between an inventor, who agrees to disclose detailed information about their invention to the public, and the state, which grants them exclusive rights to that ...