A Secret Weapon For Startups: Provisional Patent Applications
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The One Thing You Need to Do Before Filing a Patent Application
Despite the narratives you might hear about life-changing inventions being the result of a brief moment of inspiration, the truth is somewhat more complicated. Even in…
Does Your Patent Attorney Have Your Long-Term Goals in Mind?
Careful planning for the short-term and the long-term is essential for any business. Successful business owners always consider the return on investment when they make a…
With AI Technology Advancing So Rapidly, Is IP Protection Worth It?
A common question asked by innovators in the high-tech, artificial intelligence and software industries is whether securing IP protection is worth it. This question comes…
When Software Qualifies as a Medical Device, IP Protections are Needed
Artificial intelligence software has become so sophisticated that AI is now being regularly used in the healthcare field. Many new medical devices include some form of AI…
Innovative Product Designs Deserve Protection
One of the largest drivers of successful businesses is having a product design that resonates well with consumers. The design of a product can have a huge impact on the…
Protect Your Mobile Apps Intellectual Property
In today’s tech-savvy and highly digitally-connected world, mobile application development is a booming industry. The mobile experience is ubiquitous – practically…
US Patent Law: What is a Double Patenting Rejection?
In the United States, patent protection is sought from the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Similar to how patent applications are examined by other…
Sectors of Medicine Where AI in Medical Devices is Taking Off
While artificial intelligence is rapidly being integrated into medical device technologies, AI is still in its early stages of development. AI has become very “good” at…
Protecting Your Mobile App’s Intellectual Property
In today’s tech-savvy and highly digitally-connected world, mobile application development is a booming industry. The mobile experience is ubiquitous – practically…
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning are Invaluable Business Assets
Artificially intelligent (AI) technologies and machine learning are proving to be invaluable time savers in a number of business applications. Whether the AI is being…
Utilizing Examiner Interviews to Further Prosecution in Medical Device Patent Applications (Part 2 of 2)
An examiner’s interview can be immensely beneficial when working through patent prosecution at the USPTO for your medical device invention. But you are only going to get…
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