Patents
What is a Patent and How Can it Help Your Business?
A patent grants the right to exclude others from copying (or otherwise infringing) an invention, which may be a product, a process, or other technology.
A patent grants the right to exclude others from copying (or otherwise infringing) an invention, which may be a product, a process, or other technology.
According to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), it takes about 22 months to acquire a patent. Gerben IP put together a comprehensive start to finish timeline.
If you have an inventive idea, you may be wondering if it is possible to have it patented. Find out if you can on our blog.
A common question asked is how long a patent lasts. Calculating the term (length) of a patent depends on multiple factors, including the type of patent as well as the maintenance schedule.
The United States Patent & Trademark Office, or USPTO, recommends the 7-step strategy that can be followed when performing a patentability search. Read on to learn more.
If you’re developing a new product, you should begin the patent process ASAP. Consider the following steps that are often involved in patenting a product.
For many inventors, filing a patent application is a worthwhile investment. Without a patent, someone else may be able to make and profit from your invention.