It’s important to search for patent pending applications before you submit your patent application.

Why You Should Search for Pending Patent Applications

Posted on March 24, 2022

A patent search is one of the first steps an inventor must take towards obtaining patent protection. The purpose of a patent search is to identify existing patent applications that could affect your invention’s eligibility. Patent searches can be complicated, but it’s essential to be thorough to ensure your intellectual property (IP)...

A clothing design patent can ensure your exclusive use of your creation for years to come.

Creators Ask: How Can I Get A Patent for My Clothing Line?

Posted on March 22, 2022

A clothing design patent isn’t a specific category. The United States Patent and Trademark Office requires the same criteria for all inventions seeking a patent, so there are no steps that are unique to clothing design. Working with an attorney is the best way to choose the right protection and complete the...

a businessman holds a digitalized hologram of earth with the words blockchain technology written over it to represent filing for patents for blockchain technology

Patents for Blockchain Technology: What Is Actually Patentable?

Posted on March 18, 2022

In recent years, blockchains, cryptocurrency, and non-fungible tokens (NFTs) have dominated headlines in the tech industry. There’s no shortage of corporate buzzwords and industry jargon surrounding these topics—resulting in a fair share of confusion. The hype (and misunderstanding) around blockchain technology has left innovators with a few glaring questions. This article will discuss one...

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Inventors Ask: What Can Be Patented?

Posted on March 8, 2022

Do you have valuable intellectual property (IP) to protect, but you’re unsure what can be patented? You’re not the first, and you certainly won’t be the last. Patent-eligible subject matter can be a tricky subject to navigate. Lucky for you, Bold Patents likes educating people about patenting almost as much as we...

What Patent Renewal Fees Are There to Keep My Patent Active?

Posted on March 2, 2022

For many of our clients, patent renewal fees are often an afterthought. The process of getting an invention patented is a daunting one, so it makes sense to focus on the all-important approval first. The idea of renewal fees can seem like a distant possibility! However, if you work with the...