When I began filing patent applications, I thought having a patent would stop others from infringing on my invention. But I learned the hard truth about patents and the patent system by suing one of ...

When it comes to intellectual property, “patents” might spring to mind. A good patent can give startups a competitive edge, and once you’ve been granted one, nobody can come and mess with your ...

At its core, a patent is a contract between an inventor, who agrees to disclose detailed information about their invention to the public, and the state, which grants them exclusive rights to that ...

This week on IPWatchdog Unleashed we will explore the age-old question about whether it is best to keep an innovation as a trade secret or if it makes sense to seek patent protection. And while this ...

When there is intellectual property to protect, entrepreneurs often think of patents. But what is a patent? How do you obtain a patent? What does the process entail and cost? This article explores ...

Think patents are just legal jargon or a guaranteed payday? Discover the surprising truths behind common U.S. patent myths and what you really need to know before you file. When people hear the word ...

Will a patent help you grow your business? It depends on who you ask, and what industry they’re in. In some situations, patents have a tremendous amount of value. In others, they don’t. There are no ...

I’ve been reviewing patents in detail for many months now, and have built up a rather long list of 3D print-related patents ...

Reading and understanding patents filed by Google can be challenging but this guide will help you to understand what the patents are about and to as avoid the many common mistakes that lead to ...