Author: Aindrila Mitra

If you’ve ever filed a patent application and gotten that tough “final rejection” notice from the USPTO, you know how frustrating it feels. You’ve spent months—maybe years—building something real, something that works. You’ve gone through drawings, claims, office actions, and endless back-and-forth. Then suddenly, it feels like you’ve hit a wall. But here’s the truth:…

When the USPTO says “no” to your patent, that doesn’t always mean the story’s over. An appeal brief is your way of saying, “Wait—look again.” It’s a second chance to prove your invention deserves protection. But here’s the catch: the appeal brief isn’t just a form. It’s a technical argument, a strategy document, and a…

When your patent application hits a roadblock at the USPTO, it can feel frustrating, confusing, and costly. You’ve poured months—maybe years—into your invention, only to get a rejection that doesn’t make sense. You’re sure the examiner missed something, but you also know that appealing a patent decision can take forever and burn through cash fast.…

If you’ve ever filed a patent, you know that waiting for the USPTO to respond can feel endless. You spend months — sometimes years — building your case, responding to rejections, and hoping for that final “yes.” But what if there was a faster way to get your patent allowed, without starting over or paying…

You’ve done the work. You’ve built something real, something you believe deserves protection. You file your patent application, and months (or years) later, that letter arrives—the examiner has rejected your claims. It’s not the end, but it’s a turning point. Now comes a decision that can shape everything that follows: do you appeal, or do…

Getting a patent isn’t always smooth sailing. You file your application, wait months—or even years—and finally hear back from the patent office. But instead of an approval, you get a rejection. Maybe the examiner says your invention isn’t new enough. Maybe they misunderstood what you built. Or maybe they just want more information. Understanding Why…

You’ve built something powerful. Something that could change your industry. But here’s the thing—great ideas alone don’t win. Protected ideas do. That’s where your patent family comes in. A strong patent family is like building a fortress around your invention. Not a single wall, but a network of protections—each one covering a different angle of…

When you’re building something new—a product, a platform, or even a breakthrough algorithm—it’s easy to stay laser-focused on getting it to work. You’re thinking about users, traction, maybe fundraising. But one thing most founders overlook early on is what happens after all that success: the exit. Whether it’s an acquisition, a licensing deal, or a…

In startups, timing is everything. You can build a great product, raise smart money, and still lose your edge if someone else patents your idea before you. On the flip side, filing too early can lock you into claims that don’t grow with your product. So how do you know when to file, what to…

When you file a patent, you’re not just locking in protection for your invention today—you’re also shaping what you can protect tomorrow. Every word you write, every amendment you make, and every argument your attorney sends to the patent examiner becomes part of your file history. That file history doesn’t disappear after your patent is…