Category: Patent Filing

Using PowerPatent, an attorney can craft persuasive prosecution arguments in a way that is easy to understand. However, it’s not always clear how to do this. Crafting persuasive prosecution arguments with patent data mining tools Patent attorneys use patent tools to craft persuasive prosecution arguments by analyzing prior arguments made in other cases examined by…

Getting a complete view of your patent application with the PAIR timeline is the best way to know what is happening with your patent, and what needs to be done. It is also a very important tool to ensure that you have not missed any deadlines or other important dates. Public PAIR Using Public PAIR,…

Having a competitive patent intelligence system can help you mitigate risk of infringement and identify your competitors’ technology and capabilities. Using a variety of tools can help you determine your competitive position, as well as identifying emerging or disruptive technologies that could be of interest to you. Comparative benchmarking analysis of various competitors Compared to…

Recently the USPTO has turned its focus on Section 112 rejections as part of its efforts to improve the quality of patent applications and to ensure that inventors and patent owners are meeting the requirements set forth in Section 112. Fortunately, there are tools that you can use to avoid section 112b rejections. These tools…

Having an efficient patent drafting practice can have a huge impact on the value of your patent, the time it takes to prosecute it, and the amount of rejections you get from the USPTO. This article will explain how a good practice can help you to reduce these costs, and increase the chances of getting…

Examiner interviews can play an important role in the patent prosecution process and can have a significant impact on the outcome of a patent application. Here are some ways that examiner interviews can impact patent prosecution results: In conclusion, examiner interviews can have a significant impact on the outcome of a patent application and can…

Whether you’re a patent attorney, a patent agent or a patent consultant, you probably have heard that the USPTO’s Public PAIR is retiring. But what does that mean to you? This article explores what you need to know about the changes and offers some tips for staying one step ahead of the curve. How to…

Considering that the top 100 innovators in America in the last year include big names like Acxiom, Ofinno, IBM, McKinsey and TE Connectivity, it makes sense to ask what we can learn from them. We can draw lessons in areas such as the importance of customer service, the use of social media and cloud computing.…

Design patents protect the ornamental appearance of a product and are a valuable form of intellectual property. To ensure that your design patent application is as strong as possible, it is important to conduct thorough design patent searches. Getting a design patent can be an arduous task, but there are ways you can enhance your…

Whether you’re an intellectual property lawyer or an attorney looking to get started with patent analysis, there are several tools available that can help you to streamline your process. The key is to learn what the tools can do, and then find the right one for your practice. IBM IP Advisor with Watson Using an…