Open Source and Patent Pools – Understanding Collaborative Innovation
Innovation often happens in collaboration rather than isolation, particularly in the rapidly evolving tech environment we are in. Open source and patent pools are ways that many independent inventors, businesses, corporations, and start-ups collaborate and share information and technology. These unique methods also allow parties to protect their intellectual property (IP).
Trademark Tips They Don’t Tell You
Can an editorial website share the same name as a trademarked podcast? Or would I need to come up with something completely different? Could I tweak it just enough to avoid issues?
Great question! And, like any good legal answer—it depends.
Let’s break it down. A...
What are Common Mistakes Inventors Make During the Patent Process?
Top Mistakes Inventors Make During the Patent Process
Hi, I’m JD Houvener, founder of Bold Patents Law Firm and author of Bold Ideas: The Inventor’s Guide to Patents. Over the past decade, I’ve helped inventors secure nearly 500 patents. Today, I want to share the top mistakes I’ve seen...
What if my Patent Application Gets Rejected?
What to Do When Your Patent Application Gets Rejected
Hey, everyone! Today’s question is: What if my patent application gets rejected? What do I do next?
I’m JD Houvener, patent attorney and founder of Bold Patents Law Firm. I’m also the author of Bold Ideas: The...
Patent Law and Intellectual Property Rights Explained
Intellectual property (IP) rights serve as the foundation by which innovation and creativity are protected across all industries. Specifically, patent law governs the rights of inventors and businesses and ensures they receive proper legal protections for their technological advancements. With patent law and intellectual property rights explained, you will be better equipped...