By: Michael J Foycik Jr.
Oct. 31, 2019
The author is a patent attorney with over 28 years experience in patents and trademarks. For further information, please email at IP1lwyr@gmail.com, or call at 877-654-3336.
How much does a patent cost?
We try to keep your costs as low as possible, and as affordable as possible. We provide flat fee estimates in advance, at no charge to you.
In the simplest cases, where the invention is easy to describe or show in a few figures of drawing, patent application can be prepared for as little as $1800, with a government filing fee of $540 for a small entity (this cost is slightly less for electronic filing).
The formal drawings, if needed, can usually be obtained for less than $150 per sheet. One sheet might have several figures on it, depending on the complexity of the invention, thus saving money.
If the patent application is granted, the government charges an issue fee of $755 and publication fee of $300. A service charge of $80 is added for attending to preparing and filing the Issue Fee Transmittal.
The U.S. Patent Office examines the patent application and finds any relevant prior art. If the prior art is sufficiently close, they will make a rejection. A response can be filed, usually at a cover of $350 to $450. Every case is different; some are allowed without needing such an amendment or response. In some cases, a further response is necessary or desirable, and the cost is normally somewhat less than $350.
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U-M Tech Transfer Sets Records for Startups, Licenses, Patents, and Disclosures in 2019
By: Tim Keenan
The University of Michigan Tech Transfer in Ann Arbor today reported that 22 high-tech companies were started at the school during fiscal year 2019, up from 21 last year.
U-M Tech Transfer is the university unit responsible for commercializing research discoveries emanating from the college. U-M has spun off 86 companies in the past five years.
Also during the past fiscal year, the university signed a record 232 license and option agreements with companies seeking to commercialize U-M research, up from 218 in FY2018.
In addition, U-M Tech Transfer reports that 198 U.S. patents were issued in FY2019 for inventions created at U-M, up from 183 last year.
U-M invention disclosures surpassed 500 for the first time, reaching 502 and outpacing the 2018 record of 484. This represents a solid pipeline for potential future patents, licensing agreements and startups, according to Kelly Sexton, associate vice president for research-technology transfer and innovation partnerships at U-M. In the past five years, U-M researchers reported 2,280 inventions.
Read more >> https://www.dbusiness.com/daily-news/u-m-tech-transfer-sets-records-for-startups-licenses-patents-and-disclosures-in-2019/
The University of Michigan Tech Transfer in Ann Arbor today reported that 22 high-tech companies were started at the school during fiscal year 2019, up from 21 last year.
U-M Tech Transfer is the university unit responsible for commercializing research discoveries emanating from the college. U-M has spun off 86 companies in the past five years.
Also during the past fiscal year, the university signed a record 232 license and option agreements with companies seeking to commercialize U-M research, up from 218 in FY2018.
In addition, U-M Tech Transfer reports that 198 U.S. patents were issued in FY2019 for inventions created at U-M, up from 183 last year.
U-M invention disclosures surpassed 500 for the first time, reaching 502 and outpacing the 2018 record of 484. This represents a solid pipeline for potential future patents, licensing agreements and startups, according to Kelly Sexton, associate vice president for research-technology transfer and innovation partnerships at U-M. In the past five years, U-M researchers reported 2,280 inventions.
Read more >> https://www.dbusiness.com/daily-news/u-m-tech-transfer-sets-records-for-startups-licenses-patents-and-disclosures-in-2019/
Steps For Getting A Patent
By: Michael J Foycik Jr.
Oct.23, 2019
The author is a patent attorney with over 28 years experience in patents and trademarks. For further information, please email at IP1lwyr@gmail.com, or call at 877-654-3336.
Steps For Getting a Patent
These are the basic steps for getting a patent.
First, file a patent application which describes and claims the invention.
Then, respond to any official actions received from the U.S. Patent Office. If the official action is a rejection, then a response will provide arguments in support of patentability and possibly changes to the claims.
Assuming the application is deemed patentable (the majority are), then a Notice of Allowance and Issue Fee Due is sent. Upon payment of the issue fee, a patent will issue.
It is that simple. This whole process can take anywhere from 12 months to 36 months, depending entirely on the U.S. Patent Examiner to which the application is officially assigned.
A more detailed explanation is as follows.
Preparing the patent application
First, you provide details about the invention, and we prepare a draft application together with draft drawings, for your review. This draft includes the claims, abstract, summary of the invention, background of the invention, and detailed description of the invention. We make any changes or additions you wish to make, at no additional charge. We charge half of the fixed service fee in advance for this draft.
Read more >> http://internationalpatentservice.com/steps-for-getting-a-patent.html
Oct.23, 2019
The author is a patent attorney with over 28 years experience in patents and trademarks. For further information, please email at IP1lwyr@gmail.com, or call at 877-654-3336.
Steps For Getting a Patent
These are the basic steps for getting a patent.
First, file a patent application which describes and claims the invention.
Then, respond to any official actions received from the U.S. Patent Office. If the official action is a rejection, then a response will provide arguments in support of patentability and possibly changes to the claims.
Assuming the application is deemed patentable (the majority are), then a Notice of Allowance and Issue Fee Due is sent. Upon payment of the issue fee, a patent will issue.
It is that simple. This whole process can take anywhere from 12 months to 36 months, depending entirely on the U.S. Patent Examiner to which the application is officially assigned.
A more detailed explanation is as follows.
Preparing the patent application
First, you provide details about the invention, and we prepare a draft application together with draft drawings, for your review. This draft includes the claims, abstract, summary of the invention, background of the invention, and detailed description of the invention. We make any changes or additions you wish to make, at no additional charge. We charge half of the fixed service fee in advance for this draft.
Read more >> http://internationalpatentservice.com/steps-for-getting-a-patent.html
How to protect your Intellectual Property as a startup or scale up
By: Chloe Mckenna
It's so easy to overlook your intellectual property when you're a startup. Even companies who've been in business for a while but are scaling up can easily forget just how important it is to protect yourself and your business. So, how do you even begin to go about protecting it and what's involved?
Your intellectual property is one of your most valuable assets. Not only does it give your company its true value, but it also helps create brand recognition and sets you apart from your competitors. Without it, you can't differentiate yourself from the rest. So that's why business owners are realising just how valuable it is and taking steps to protect it.
So it's no surprise that legal claims made over the last 12 months by small to medium enterprises have risen significantly by 68%. If you're new to business and have no clue how to even register your intellectual property, read on to find out.
Read more >> https://www.capalona.co.uk/blog/how-to-protect-your-intellectual-property-as-a-startup-or-scale-up/
It's so easy to overlook your intellectual property when you're a startup. Even companies who've been in business for a while but are scaling up can easily forget just how important it is to protect yourself and your business. So, how do you even begin to go about protecting it and what's involved?
Your intellectual property is one of your most valuable assets. Not only does it give your company its true value, but it also helps create brand recognition and sets you apart from your competitors. Without it, you can't differentiate yourself from the rest. So that's why business owners are realising just how valuable it is and taking steps to protect it.
So it's no surprise that legal claims made over the last 12 months by small to medium enterprises have risen significantly by 68%. If you're new to business and have no clue how to even register your intellectual property, read on to find out.
Read more >> https://www.capalona.co.uk/blog/how-to-protect-your-intellectual-property-as-a-startup-or-scale-up/
International Trademark Classes
By: Michael J Foycik Jr.
Oct.20, 2019
The author is a patent attorney with over 28 years experience in patents and trademarks. For further information, please email at IP1lwyr@gmail.com, or call at 877-654-3336.
International Trademark Classes
INTERNATIONAL TRADEMARK CLASSES OF GOODS AND SERVICES
GOODS
Class 1 - Chemicals
Chemicals used in industry, science and photography, as well as in agriculture, horticulture and forestry; unprocessed artificial resins, unprocessed plastics; manures; fire extinguishing compositions; tempering and soldering preparations; chemical substances for preserving foodstuffs; tanning substances; adhesives used in industry.
Class 2 - Paints
Paints, varnishes, lacquers; preservatives against rust and against deterioration of wood; colorants; mordants; raw natural resins; metals in foil and powder form for painters, decorators, printers and artists.
Class 3 - Cosmetics and cleaning preparations
Bleaching preparations and other substances for laundry use; cleaning, polishing, scouring and abrasive preparations; soaps; perfumery, essential oils, cosmetics, hair lotions; dentifrices.
Class 4 - Lubricants and fuels
Industrial oils and greases; lubricants; dust absorbing, wetting and binding compositions; fuels (including motor spirit) and illuminants; candles, wicks.
Read more >> http://internationalpatentservice.com/trademark-classes.html
Oct.20, 2019
The author is a patent attorney with over 28 years experience in patents and trademarks. For further information, please email at IP1lwyr@gmail.com, or call at 877-654-3336.
International Trademark Classes
INTERNATIONAL TRADEMARK CLASSES OF GOODS AND SERVICES
GOODS
Class 1 - Chemicals
Chemicals used in industry, science and photography, as well as in agriculture, horticulture and forestry; unprocessed artificial resins, unprocessed plastics; manures; fire extinguishing compositions; tempering and soldering preparations; chemical substances for preserving foodstuffs; tanning substances; adhesives used in industry.
Class 2 - Paints
Paints, varnishes, lacquers; preservatives against rust and against deterioration of wood; colorants; mordants; raw natural resins; metals in foil and powder form for painters, decorators, printers and artists.
Class 3 - Cosmetics and cleaning preparations
Bleaching preparations and other substances for laundry use; cleaning, polishing, scouring and abrasive preparations; soaps; perfumery, essential oils, cosmetics, hair lotions; dentifrices.
Class 4 - Lubricants and fuels
Industrial oils and greases; lubricants; dust absorbing, wetting and binding compositions; fuels (including motor spirit) and illuminants; candles, wicks.
Read more >> http://internationalpatentservice.com/trademark-classes.html
Intellectual Property – how to identify it, capture it, articulate it and capitalize it
By: Afshin Doust
Intellectual Property (IP) refers to an innovation of the mind, and as such it encompasses creative ideas permeating the worlds of art and commerce. Originality is its substance; teleology is its element.
IP represents a specific category of property comprising intangible products of intellect which fall into two broad categories.
> Industrial knowledge—examples include patents, trademarks and industrial designs, for which creators can file an application asking government to register innovations as their exclusive property.
> Copyrighted material—examples include literature, film, television programming, works of art, web content, software, music and architecture, the creation of which qualifies for automatic legal protection within most jurisdictions.
As the Fourth Industrial Revolution gains momentum, innovators are facing more competition as well as increased time constraints. R&D remains essential to progress, but the shrinking world of information exchange and the re-emergence of consumers as economic commanders has shifted productive efforts away from foundational research and toward optimizing Time To Market (TTM) metrics. The open innovation platforms of last century are yielding to lean business processes and open-source experimentation where both costs and benefits are shared among multiple stakeholders.
Read more >> https://www.ai-systems.ca/2019/10/intellectual-property-how-to-identify-it-capture-it-articulate-it-and-capitalize-it/
Intellectual Property (IP) refers to an innovation of the mind, and as such it encompasses creative ideas permeating the worlds of art and commerce. Originality is its substance; teleology is its element.
IP represents a specific category of property comprising intangible products of intellect which fall into two broad categories.
> Industrial knowledge—examples include patents, trademarks and industrial designs, for which creators can file an application asking government to register innovations as their exclusive property.
> Copyrighted material—examples include literature, film, television programming, works of art, web content, software, music and architecture, the creation of which qualifies for automatic legal protection within most jurisdictions.
As the Fourth Industrial Revolution gains momentum, innovators are facing more competition as well as increased time constraints. R&D remains essential to progress, but the shrinking world of information exchange and the re-emergence of consumers as economic commanders has shifted productive efforts away from foundational research and toward optimizing Time To Market (TTM) metrics. The open innovation platforms of last century are yielding to lean business processes and open-source experimentation where both costs and benefits are shared among multiple stakeholders.
Read more >> https://www.ai-systems.ca/2019/10/intellectual-property-how-to-identify-it-capture-it-articulate-it-and-capitalize-it/
How to Patent a Design
By: Michael J Foycik Jr.
Oct. 17, 2019
The author is a patent attorney with over 28 years experience in patents and trademarks. For further information, please email at IP1lwyr@gmail.com, or call at 877-654-3336.
A design
Each “how to patent” subject is discussed in detail below. Here are ways to get a patent.
A design is anything which is not functional. A casing or cover for a working device can be a design. Other things can be designs too. A design can best be protected by a design patent application, and usually costs much less to file than a utility (“regular“) patent application. Even the government filing fee is much lower for a design patent application.
What is needed to get a design patent application? You will normally need drawings showing the design from six different orthogonal views. The application itself is very short, and has text naming the invention, describing the drawings, and ending with a claim. The drawings do not need to be like blueprints; instead, they are simplified. And, it is not necessary to have a working model.
Once filed with the US Patent Office, the design application is examined, and if granted, can mature into a design patent. But why get a design patent? For one thing, a design patent protects not only the design itself, but all obvious variations that are not within the public domain already.
Read more >> http://internationalpatentservice.com/How-to-Patent-a-Design.html
Oct. 17, 2019
The author is a patent attorney with over 28 years experience in patents and trademarks. For further information, please email at IP1lwyr@gmail.com, or call at 877-654-3336.
A design
Each “how to patent” subject is discussed in detail below. Here are ways to get a patent.
A design is anything which is not functional. A casing or cover for a working device can be a design. Other things can be designs too. A design can best be protected by a design patent application, and usually costs much less to file than a utility (“regular“) patent application. Even the government filing fee is much lower for a design patent application.
What is needed to get a design patent application? You will normally need drawings showing the design from six different orthogonal views. The application itself is very short, and has text naming the invention, describing the drawings, and ending with a claim. The drawings do not need to be like blueprints; instead, they are simplified. And, it is not necessary to have a working model.
Once filed with the US Patent Office, the design application is examined, and if granted, can mature into a design patent. But why get a design patent? For one thing, a design patent protects not only the design itself, but all obvious variations that are not within the public domain already.
Read more >> http://internationalpatentservice.com/How-to-Patent-a-Design.html
Intellectual Property Law: 5 Imperative Things Startups Need to Know
By: Kashish IPR
Intellectual Property (IP) appears to be one of the most valuable assets for almost every startup. That’s why many startups put the Intellectual Property Protection on top of their priorities. In addition to protecting products and services, these protections can influence the owners’ confidence and fundraising efforts. In other words, IP protection bestows businesses and entrepreneurs with a tremendous sense of confidence and passion to not only succeed but also become a leader in the relevant area.
Like other entrepreneurs and businesses, you must also want to achieve long-term success and secure your valuable ideas, products, or more under IP protection. Well, if it is true, then there is a need to familiarize yourself with some significant components of Intellectual Property Law.
Top 5 Things Startups Need to Know About IP Law
> Types of Intellectual Property Rights (IPRs)
In the IP industry, there are many types of IPRs. Each of these rights safeguards a specific category of assets. In general, IPRs fall under four categories named as patents, trademarks, trade secrets, and copyrights. Patents empower the original inventor to prevent others from copying, making, or selling his invention. Copyrights provide the exclusive rights to protect original works of authorship such as literature, images, or software. Trademarks secure the unique words, symbols, and designs that distinguish your brand from others. Trade secrets come into action when you hold any special “secret” manufacturing method that gives your startup a competitive advantage in the marketplace.
Read more >> https://kashishipr.wordpress.com/2019/10/14/intellectual-property-law-5-imperative-things-startups-need-to-know/
Intellectual Property (IP) appears to be one of the most valuable assets for almost every startup. That’s why many startups put the Intellectual Property Protection on top of their priorities. In addition to protecting products and services, these protections can influence the owners’ confidence and fundraising efforts. In other words, IP protection bestows businesses and entrepreneurs with a tremendous sense of confidence and passion to not only succeed but also become a leader in the relevant area.
Like other entrepreneurs and businesses, you must also want to achieve long-term success and secure your valuable ideas, products, or more under IP protection. Well, if it is true, then there is a need to familiarize yourself with some significant components of Intellectual Property Law.
Top 5 Things Startups Need to Know About IP Law
> Types of Intellectual Property Rights (IPRs)
In the IP industry, there are many types of IPRs. Each of these rights safeguards a specific category of assets. In general, IPRs fall under four categories named as patents, trademarks, trade secrets, and copyrights. Patents empower the original inventor to prevent others from copying, making, or selling his invention. Copyrights provide the exclusive rights to protect original works of authorship such as literature, images, or software. Trademarks secure the unique words, symbols, and designs that distinguish your brand from others. Trade secrets come into action when you hold any special “secret” manufacturing method that gives your startup a competitive advantage in the marketplace.
Read more >> https://kashishipr.wordpress.com/2019/10/14/intellectual-property-law-5-imperative-things-startups-need-to-know/
How to Patent a Program
By: Michael J Foycik Jr.
The author is a patent attorney with over 28 years experience in patents and trademarks. For further information, please email at IP1lwyr@gmail.com, or call at 877-654-3336.
A program
Each “how to patent” subject is discussed in detail below. Here are ways to get a patent. A computer program can be copyrighted, but it can also often be patented. The types of protection are very different. Specifically, the inventive steps of the program can be patented, and because of this the patent can provide protection far beyond just the specific program language used.
First, a drawing is made showing the most important steps of the program as a flowchart diagram. It is usually not necessary to give every detail of the operation of the program; instead, the main features should be illustrated. The program should be protected by a utility patent application, since that will cover any type of program language. This is also sometimes called a “regular” patent application. The program steps can be explained in words and by the flowchart drawings. The drawings do not need to be like blueprints. And, it is not necessary to have a working program, as long as the steps could be followed by a skilled programmer.
This is a good point to mention that there is also something called a “provisional patent application” that gives patent pending status for one year, permitting a utility patent application to be filed at any time during that year. This is much less expensive, and is recommended when there is an urgent need to get something one file, for example just prior to a trade show or publication. Further below, there is a section called “How to patent using a provisional patent application.”
Read more >> http://internationalpatentservice.com/How-to-Patent-a-Program.html
The author is a patent attorney with over 28 years experience in patents and trademarks. For further information, please email at IP1lwyr@gmail.com, or call at 877-654-3336.
A program
Each “how to patent” subject is discussed in detail below. Here are ways to get a patent. A computer program can be copyrighted, but it can also often be patented. The types of protection are very different. Specifically, the inventive steps of the program can be patented, and because of this the patent can provide protection far beyond just the specific program language used.
First, a drawing is made showing the most important steps of the program as a flowchart diagram. It is usually not necessary to give every detail of the operation of the program; instead, the main features should be illustrated. The program should be protected by a utility patent application, since that will cover any type of program language. This is also sometimes called a “regular” patent application. The program steps can be explained in words and by the flowchart drawings. The drawings do not need to be like blueprints. And, it is not necessary to have a working program, as long as the steps could be followed by a skilled programmer.
This is a good point to mention that there is also something called a “provisional patent application” that gives patent pending status for one year, permitting a utility patent application to be filed at any time during that year. This is much less expensive, and is recommended when there is an urgent need to get something one file, for example just prior to a trade show or publication. Further below, there is a section called “How to patent using a provisional patent application.”
Read more >> http://internationalpatentservice.com/How-to-Patent-a-Program.html
Trademark, Patent, and Copyright: What’s the difference and does my business need them?
By: Jesse
You’ve likely heard the words trademark, patent, and copyright. Have you ever wondered what the difference is and if you will need any of these when you’re starting a business? We are going to break it down for you so you know exactly what they are and where to get started!
Trademarks
According to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), “a trademark is a word, phrase, symbol, and/or design that identifies and distinguishes the source of the goods of one party from those of others. A service mark is a word, phrase, symbol, and/or design that identifies and distinguishes the source of a service rather than goods”. However, the word trademark is often used interchangeably. Basically, a trademark (or service mark) shows others that you and/or your business are the owner of the word, phrase symbol, or design. When others see it, they will be able to exclusively associate it with the service or goods you sell. (For simplicity in this article, we will use a business name as the sample item desired to be trademarked.)
What does this mean for my business? If you want your business name to be exclusively associated with your business throughout the US, you need to federally trademark it to protect your legal rights to ownership of the name and prevent others from using the same name. Under certain circumstances, another company could have the same name and both business will be able to federally trademark it. This will be determined by the USPTO and happens if it can be shown that the two businesses offer completely different types of products. (Example: One company sells hair care products and the other sells accounting software.) When starting a business and creating your business brand, you may want to check the USPTO trademark database to see if your desired names, phrases, etc. have already been trademarked by someone else. Should you decide to pursue federal trademark registration, the forms will also be found on this site. Although it’s not necessary, you may find hiring a lawyer to be worthwhile!
Read more >> https://blog.zubifi.com/news/2019/09/trademark-patent-and-copyright-whats-the-difference-and-does-my-business-need-them/
You’ve likely heard the words trademark, patent, and copyright. Have you ever wondered what the difference is and if you will need any of these when you’re starting a business? We are going to break it down for you so you know exactly what they are and where to get started!
Trademarks
According to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), “a trademark is a word, phrase, symbol, and/or design that identifies and distinguishes the source of the goods of one party from those of others. A service mark is a word, phrase, symbol, and/or design that identifies and distinguishes the source of a service rather than goods”. However, the word trademark is often used interchangeably. Basically, a trademark (or service mark) shows others that you and/or your business are the owner of the word, phrase symbol, or design. When others see it, they will be able to exclusively associate it with the service or goods you sell. (For simplicity in this article, we will use a business name as the sample item desired to be trademarked.)
What does this mean for my business? If you want your business name to be exclusively associated with your business throughout the US, you need to federally trademark it to protect your legal rights to ownership of the name and prevent others from using the same name. Under certain circumstances, another company could have the same name and both business will be able to federally trademark it. This will be determined by the USPTO and happens if it can be shown that the two businesses offer completely different types of products. (Example: One company sells hair care products and the other sells accounting software.) When starting a business and creating your business brand, you may want to check the USPTO trademark database to see if your desired names, phrases, etc. have already been trademarked by someone else. Should you decide to pursue federal trademark registration, the forms will also be found on this site. Although it’s not necessary, you may find hiring a lawyer to be worthwhile!
Read more >> https://blog.zubifi.com/news/2019/09/trademark-patent-and-copyright-whats-the-difference-and-does-my-business-need-them/
How to Patent a Provisional Patent Application
By: Michael J Foycik Jr.
Oct.02
The author is a patent attorney with over 28 years experience in patents and trademarks. For further information, please email at IP1lwyr@gmail.com, or call at 877-654-3336.
A provisional patent application
Each “how to patent” subject is discussed in detail below. Here are ways to get a patent.
A slightly better title would be “How to Get a Provisional Patent Application.“ That would be more correct, as explained below. It is easy to get a provisional patent application, which gives “patent pending” status but cannot in itself be “patented.” Instead, a provisional patent application holds the date (as the date of filing), protects the owner against later copiers, and permits later filing of a utility (“regular”) patent application.
Why get a Provisional Patent Application? It is less costly, and has a lower government filing fee, as compared with a utility patent application. It takes less effort to prepare, and needs no formal drawings and no signed Declaration.
Anything can be the subject of a provisional patent application. It provides defensive protection against later imitators. And, it can be the basis of a later utility patent application. It’s very useful to get a provisional patent application!
So what's the catch? The catch is, the provisional patent application lasts for only one year, after which the idea belongs to the public unless a utility patent application has been filed during that year.
Read more >> http://internationalpatentservice.com/How-to-Patent-a-Provisional-Patent-Application.html
Oct.02
The author is a patent attorney with over 28 years experience in patents and trademarks. For further information, please email at IP1lwyr@gmail.com, or call at 877-654-3336.
A provisional patent application
Each “how to patent” subject is discussed in detail below. Here are ways to get a patent.
A slightly better title would be “How to Get a Provisional Patent Application.“ That would be more correct, as explained below. It is easy to get a provisional patent application, which gives “patent pending” status but cannot in itself be “patented.” Instead, a provisional patent application holds the date (as the date of filing), protects the owner against later copiers, and permits later filing of a utility (“regular”) patent application.
Why get a Provisional Patent Application? It is less costly, and has a lower government filing fee, as compared with a utility patent application. It takes less effort to prepare, and needs no formal drawings and no signed Declaration.
Anything can be the subject of a provisional patent application. It provides defensive protection against later imitators. And, it can be the basis of a later utility patent application. It’s very useful to get a provisional patent application!
So what's the catch? The catch is, the provisional patent application lasts for only one year, after which the idea belongs to the public unless a utility patent application has been filed during that year.
Read more >> http://internationalpatentservice.com/How-to-Patent-a-Provisional-Patent-Application.html
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