Category: Patent Filing

  Whether you’re new to patent searching or you just want to get better results, there are a number of tools that you can use to search for patents. These include Image search engines, Abstracts and Relativity Patents. Abstracts Using modern patent search tools for better results requires a bit of knowledge. A good understanding…

  Often times, the term “patent examiner” is used as an abbreviation to describe an individual who is responsible for examining a patent for validity, or to determine if a claim is valid. While a patent examiner is responsible for determining if a claim is valid, he or she is not responsible for deciding whether…

Investing in a sophisticated patent portfolio management system can help you to better understand the value of your intellectual property and help you to generate new revenues from your patent assets. The system can also help you to analyze your portfolio and make strategic decisions based on its value. Here are some of the features…

The Art of Moneyball and Patent Prosecution Using statistics to gather patent examiner intelligence is the process of identifying, gathering and using information about the characteristics of a particular examiner. By comparing the attributes of different examiners, it is possible to learn about the types of patents they are likely to issue. This can help…

Whether you are an entrepreneur or a startup, one of the most important tasks you have to perform is to protect your idea or invention. This is why you should use a patent service such as PowerPatent, which is an excellent option that will ensure your idea will be protected. The process is fast and…

Using the PowerPatent extension to analyze statistics in your patent search is a great tool to use. The tool allows you to combine patent prosecution statistics with the USPTO Patent Center and Private PAIR websites. It also includes a search feature for non-patent literature that you can use to find your inventions. Search non-patent literature…

Whether you’re preparing to take your patent application to the USPTO for review, or simply want to learn more about what the process involves, you can find out the inside scoop with a great overview of the steps to take when applying for a patent, along with advice for getting the most out of your…

In accordance with 35 U.S.C. 112, a patent application must provide a comprehensive and unambiguous description of the invention to be considered valid. If an examiner issues a Section 112 rejection, it suggests that the claim language used in the patent application is vague or ambiguous, and that the invention has not been adequately described.…

Clients are always looking at cost, and a wise attorney should treat cost control can be a valuable client management tool, as it allows you to monitor expenses and manage budgets effectively. By implementing cost control measures, you can ensure that resources are used efficiently and effectively, and avoid overspending or wasting resources on unnecessary…

Using patent analysis tools for objective application review can help you identify competitors, and potential customers for your products or services. It also can help you find in-licensing or cross-licensing opportunities. Approaches in reviewing patent applications When you review a patent application, there are two levels of review: 1) Review for MPEP compliance and for judicial scrutiny;…