Can a Design Patent Application have Multiple Embodiments?
Yes, design patent applications can have multiple embodiments. Like utility patent applications, the USPTO allows inventors to disclose multiple embodiments of …
Should I assign my patent to my company?
Assignments transfer ownership from one entity to another or from an individual to a company, e.g., an inventor to a company. The decision about whether …
How long does a copyright last?
The term of copyright for a particular work depends on several factors, including whether it has been published, and, if so, the date of first …
Can I make my own Patent Application Drawings?
Yes, you could, but it likely isn’t a good idea. For provisional patent applications, generally self-drafted black and white drawings are sufficient, …
Copyright Registration
In general, copyright registration is a legal formality intended to make a public record of the basic facts of a particular copyright. However, registration is …
What are the benefits of registering for a trademark?
Owning a federal trademark registration on the Principal Register provides several advantages, including: Public notice of your claim of ownership of the mark; …
Accelerated Patent Application Examination
Any non-reissue utility or design application filed under 35 USC §111(a) (nonprovisional application or, i.e., a utility application) on or after August 25, …
