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Patent law is not easy, especially for a new inventor who doesn’t have the backing of a massive corporation. That’s why Bold Patents’ own J.D. Houvener took the time to write a comprehensive guide to help you navigate the process.

In Bold Ideas: The Inventor’s Guide to Patents, you will learn:

The four primary types of IP protection in the US
When and why you need a patent
The basic elements required for eligibility
The patent search process
The four steps for obtaining a patent
Ongoing maintenance needs
Handling infringement
…and more!

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Written by Patent Attorney J.D. Houvener, this updated edition provides inventors, entrepreneurs, and startups with practical guidance for protecting ideas, avoiding costly mistakes, and navigating the patent process with confidence.

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How to determine if your invention is patentable
Common mistakes inventors make before filing
Strategies for protecting intellectual property
How patents can increase business value
Steps to move from idea to protected innovation

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