Choosing a name can feel like one of the more creative parts of building a company. For a Boston startup, it may happen early: before the pitch deck is final,…
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Many inventors assume a patent is only for a completely new product. That is not always true. A business may be able to patent a product improvement if the improvement…
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Inventors often focus on the idea. That makes sense. The idea is what started the product, prototype, software tool, device, or technical improvement in the first place. But in a…
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Patent costs matter for startups, inventors, and small businesses. USPTO government fees are only one part of the total cost to file and pursue a patent application. Attorney time, drawings,…
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San Diego startups often move quickly from research to prototype to outside conversations. That pace can be productive. It can also create a patent ownership problem if the company does…
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