Patent Pending vs. Patent Issued
What’s the difference between “patent pending” and “patent issued”?
Great question. So, “patent pending” just means you’ve filed a patent application. That’s it. It could be a provisional or a non-provisional, doesn’t matter. As long as it’s on file with the USPTO, you can start using the...
BOLD Patent Granted: Heated High Chair For Infants
Hey everyone, JD Houvener here, founder and patent attorney at Bold Patents.
I’ve got a fun update to share with you today. One of our clients, Jonathan Crosby, out of Charleston, South Carolina, just got his patent granted, and it’s a smart one. He’s come up with...
Am I Infringing a Patent?
How do I know if I'm infringing a patent?
Honestly, even lawyers and judges don’t always agree. So if you're unsure, you're not alone.
Still, there is a way to check. Start by going to the very end of the patent; that’s where the claims are...
El Paso’s Top 5 Resources for Inventors and Entrepreneurs
Hey, El Paso inventors, entrepreneurs, and business owners,
I’m JD Houvener, patent attorney and founder of Bold Patents. If you're building something new and bold here in El Paso, this one's for you.
I know the inventor journey can feel isolating. You’re out front, doing...
Trademarking for Print-on-Demand?
I’m a bit stuck. How many trademark classes do I really need?
I want to trademark a logo that’ll go on my artwork. The idea is to use print-on-demand sites to put that art on things like mugs, shirts, tote bags, all that kind of swag. The platform handles...