When you have a new invention, one of the first strategic decisions is how to protect it: should you file a provisional or a non-provisional patent application? Each serves a…
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If you design or launch products in Washington—whether you’re building hardware in Seattle, outdoor gear in Bellingham, or consumer goods in Spokane—choosing the right mix of intellectual property protection is…
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For North Carolina business owners, trademarks are among the most valuable assets you own. A registered mark protects your name, logo, or slogan and builds recognition that connects customers with…
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A patent owner has sole ownership of his patent invention after the patent application has been granted. Thus, he has the right to take legal action by filing a patent…
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The claim section of a patent is the most important element of the patent application. It defines the scope of the patent, covering critical aspects of the functionality and method…
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Filing a patent application is the first step to getting patent invention ownership and protection rights. But the cost of filing and the ensuing patent attorney fees is a financial…
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Filing a patent application for your invention grants you exclusive ownership rights after issuance, prohibiting others from selling, using, or manufacturing your patent invention. A patent continuation application can be filed…
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Filing patent applications is a time-consuming and expensive process because of the many technical legalities, specifications, and fees involved. Most patentees find it overwhelming to invest their time and resources…
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The first step after inventing an idea, product or process is to file a patent application to get exclusive ownership rights for patent protection. The application is filed with USPTO…
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There are two ways to file patent applications: Provisional patent application - an informal patent application filed with the USPTO for 12 months to protect the patent from being copied…
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