How to Patent an Idea in 13 Steps
The real answer to this question is: you can’t.
That’s right, you can’t get a patent for an “idea” alone, not even the best idea in the world.
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Utility Patent vs. Design Patent
The intricacies of patents can be challenging, yet they play a crucial role in safeguarding our intellectual property. With two primary types at our disposal – utility patents and design patents – it’s essential to distinguish their unique characteristics and the varying protections they offer. This article will act as a...
How to do a Patent Search in 6 Steps (The Definite Guide)
Knowing how to do a patent search is probably the most challenging and daunting part of the patent process. It takes a rolling-up-the-sleeves attitude and a whole lot of passion to get it done right. There is nothing glamorous about the patent search process. It requires combing through hundreds—or even thousands—of...
How to do a Patent Search in 6 Steps (The Definite Guide)
I want to start by saying that doing a patent search is by far and away the most difficult part of the patent process. It’s most difficult because it’s often a very daunting task.
I get asked all the time, how to do a patent search, and while I...
How Much Does a Patent Cost?
Inventors who are considering the protections of a patent and intellectual property protection often wonder: how much does a patent cost? There are several steps to consider, including determining if your invention has been made public or patented before and the fees assigned by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (