Guides published by Frederic March Douglas

Patent Validity: Offers to Sell an Invention Before Getting A Patent

Oct 25, 2012

Public Performance Fees For Songwriters

Oct 23, 2012

Public Performance Fees For Songwriters By Frederic M. Douglas 2012, Frederic M. Douglas, All Rights Reserved. Songwriting income usually comes from mechanical license fees and public performance fee...

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Benefits to Getting a Patent

Oct 18, 2012

Often, people are unsure as to whether to apply for a patent or to go "naked" into the marketplace. Consider this list of benefits to owning a patent and talk to a registered patent attorney if you ha...

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Three Types of Patents

Oct 18, 2012

Often, novice inventors are confused as to the various types of patents. This list is a good starting basis for understanding the various types of patents. ...

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Introduction to Trade Secrets

Oct 18, 2012

Uniform Trade Secrets Act Many states in the U.S. have enacted their own respective versions of the Uniform Trade Secrets Act. Californias version begins at California Civil Code Section 3426. Unde...

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Three Types of Patents

Oct 15, 2012

Often, novice inventors are confused as to the various types of patents. This list is a good starting basis for understanding the various types of patents....

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Tasks for a Company Patent Committee

Oct 15, 2012

Businesses of all sizes should consider organizing a patent committee. Such a committee helps to jointly makes decisions about the company's patent applications and issued patents. Also, participation ...

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Benefits of Getting a Patent

Oct 15, 2012

Often, people are unsure as to whether to apply for a patent or to go "naked" into the marketplace. Consider this list of benefits to owning a patent and talk to a registered patent attorney if you hav...

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