How can I protect my idea and design?

Your invention may include aspects protectable through a utility patent and ornamental aspects protectable through a design patent. The prudent...

You are correct, patent protection does not start until the actual grant of a patent. However, you should be aware that while the mere idea for a...

You should consider filing an international application under the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT). The Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) is an...

As a general rule, in the absence of a written published policy that allows use of their logo, you will need their written consent or licensing...

How to be covered by patent worldwide

The Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) is an international agreement for filing patent applications having effect in many countries around the world....

Methods of medical treatment are patentable subject matter in the United States. Internationally, however, obtaining patent protection for methods...

Is the Amazon's product infringe our patent?

Patent infringement analysis requires two separate inquiries. The first is "claim construction," a determination of the scope and meaning of the...

"Is it possible to patent a very specific PROCESS that is part of a public website?" —Unfortunately, it is probably not patentable after launch...

The prudent course is to file an application for patent that adequately describes your invention before your thesis defense, a public event on...

An inventor is free to prepare his or her own patent application (or provisional application). You should be aware that the preparation of an...