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...
Can I Discuss my Idea Publicly Before Applying for a Patent?
Should You Talk About Your Invention Before Filing for a Patent?
Hi, I’m JD Houvener, founder of Bold Patents Law Firm. Over the years, I’ve helped inventors file hundreds of patents. One question I get all the time is:
Can...
Do I Need 2 Patents if I have 2 Different Designs?
Do You Need Two Patents for Similar Designs?
Hi there, I’m JD Houvener, founder of Bold Patents Law Firm and author of Bold Ideas: The Inventor’s Guide to Patents. If you’re wondering whether you need to file two patents for two designs with similar features but different functions, let’s...
Can I Patent an Improvement of an Existing Product?
Hi, I’m JD Houvener, founder of Bold Patents Law Firm and a patent attorney with over a decade of experience. I’ve helped inventors secure nearly 500 patents so...
What If Someone is Copying My Invention?
What to Do When Someone Copies Your Invention
Discovering that someone is copying your invention can feel frustrating—maybe even infuriating. It’s your idea, your hard work. So, what should you do?
Hi, I’m JD Houvener, a patent attorney and founder of Bold Patents Law Firm. I’ve...