Author: Aindrila Mitra

Patent law can be intimidating. It’s full of strange words, long sentences, and rules that sound like they were written for another century. But if you’re building something real—something new—then understanding one key rule can make or break your patent. That rule is Section 112 of the U.S. Patent Act. Mastering Section 112: The Backbone…

When you get a 102 or 103 rejection from the USPTO, it stings. It feels like the examiner just told you, “Nice try, but someone already built that.” But here’s the truth — many of those rejections don’t stick. They can be overturned. You just have to know how to fight back the right way.…

You built something real. Something that works. But when you try to patent it, the examiner says it’s just an “abstract idea.” You get that dreaded Section 101 rejection. It’s frustrating because your invention isn’t just an idea. It solves a real problem. It runs on code, or a system, or hardware you built yourself.…

When you’re staring down a Final Office Action from the USPTO, it can feel like hitting a wall. You’ve already gone through months—sometimes years—of back and forth with the examiner, and suddenly, it’s “final.” That word alone can make your heart sink. But here’s the thing: final doesn’t always mean the end. If you know…

A final rejection from the patent office can feel like a gut punch. You’ve spent months—or maybe years—building something real, something that could change an industry. You filed your patent, you waited, and now the examiner says “no.” It’s easy to feel stuck. But here’s the truth: a final rejection doesn’t mean the end. It…

If you’ve ever filed a patent, you know it’s not just about the invention — it’s about the examiner who reviews it. Two inventors can file similar applications, yet one sails through while the other hits months of rejection. The difference often comes down to understanding the human being sitting behind that review desk —…

When you’re building something new — a tool, a device, a platform, an algorithm — the last thing you want is to get stuck waiting on paperwork. Yet, that’s exactly what happens when your patent application hits a roadblock. You get an Office Action from the USPTO. It’s the examiner saying, “Not yet.” Understanding Your…

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.…