The Patent vs. the Trademark

Sunday, December 20th, 2009

Intellectual Property Rights have been governed by the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) for many years. IPRs exist on patents, trademarks and on copyrights. A novice inventor may be confused about what their creation should get: does it need to be patented, or should he or she get a trademark or copyright for the [...]

What a Business Plan Can Do to a Patent

Sunday, December 20th, 2009

A patented invention although very commonly obtained by large companies can change an individual inventors life when its first obtained. Aside from the initial excitement and feeling of accomplishment that comes from a first patent, an invention can promise a new, potentially lucrative way to make money. An inventor can end his or her relationship [...]

How to Get A Patent

Monday, February 23rd, 2009

How to Get A Patent? This question frequently ponders those minds who have invented some useful thing. If you think that you have invented something useful and you don’t want others to steal or copy then you should file a patent application. All your hard work will be wasted if you don’t get a patent. [...]

The Cost of Getting A Patent

Monday, February 23rd, 2009

The Cost of Getting A Patent A patent protects your valuable invention from unauthorized usage. Just imagine you doing all the hard work and someone else taking the credit. You can avoid such a situation by applying for a patent. Once you obtain a patent no one can steal or copy your patent. A patent [...]