FAQ: Patent Agents vs. Patent Attorneys—What’s the Difference?
Let me just start this article by saying “I love you” to any of you patent agents that are reading this. This article is not meant to be a jab at you in any way, nor will I intentionally disparage you in any way. In fact, we have patent agents on our...
Inventions and Work for Hire Agreements
Never heard of “Work for Hire” Agreements before? Or maybe you have, but really never get what the big fuss is all about?
When I first heard the term, I thought, “isn’t everyone working to get paid?...and if you are working, weren’t you ‘hired’?” So, the wording is definitely...
The Poor Man’s Patent: The Complete Guide
The concept of a “Poor Man’s Patent” has been around a long time. It’s become such a popular term over the years, that I usually field one or two questions about it when I give talks to entrepreneurs and inventors, albeit usually older inventors. And it’s about time I lay it all...
Top 10 Questions to Ask a Trademark Attorney
A trademark attorney is essentially a licensed legal professional qualified to handle matters regarding trademark law. In the U.S., unlike other countries, the term “trademark attorney” is not strictly defined.
A trademark attorney is still considered a general legal professional and may, in fact, offer counsel regarding matters other...
How Do I Patent a Medical Device?
Many physicians have engaged in R&D to remodeling devices, neurostimulation devices, and cardiac rhythm management devices. But few only have surpassed the eye of a needle. The problem with most medical inventions stems from the standard of care and marketable demand in the healthcare space.
Nowadays, there has been...