Tag: Patent Basics

You’ve built something new. It’s clever. It’s real. And it might just be the edge that puts your startup on the map. So you did the smart thing: you filed a patent. That part’s done. Now comes the tricky bit. Your invention is under review. It’s sitting with the patent office, waiting for approval. You’re…

You’re building something big. Maybe it’s software, maybe it’s hardware, maybe it’s a blend of both. Either way, it’s your idea. And now you’ve done the hard part—you’ve filed a patent. You’re hoping to protect what you’ve built so no one else can copy it. But then, just when you think you’re on track, the…

So many founders pour their heart into building something amazing. A breakthrough idea. A clever new tool. A better way to do something hard. But then—right when they’re close to protecting it legally—they accidentally drop the ball. And boom. The patent they worked so hard on? Gone. Just like that. The Real Reasons Patents Get…

You’ve filed your patent. That’s huge. But the journey doesn’t stop there. The real game begins after you hit submit. This is where founders either gain an edge—or lose months to back-and-forth confusion with the USPTO. Understanding What Happens After You File The Waiting Game Isn’t Just Waiting Once you file a patent, your application…

Let’s get straight to it. You’re building something big. Maybe it’s a breakthrough in AI, a new way to automate something old, or a system that could shake up an entire industry. You’re moving fast, and your team is focused on building, shipping, and staying ahead. What a Strong Patent Strategy Actually Looks Like It’s…

You’ve filed a patent. You hit submit. Maybe you feel a bit of relief. Or maybe you’re already thinking—what if I forgot something? What if the product changes? What if we find a better way to do it later? What Happens Right After You File a Patent It’s not over—it’s just getting started When you…

Missing a deadline with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) can feel like a punch to the gut. You’ve worked hard on your invention. You’ve spent time, energy, and maybe even money getting your patent journey going. And now, because of one missed date, it feels like the whole thing might fall apart.…

Getting a 101 or 102 rejection from the USPTO can feel like a punch in the gut. You’ve poured time, thought, and energy into building something new—something that solves a real problem. You file a patent to protect it. And then, out of nowhere, you’re told it’s either not “eligible” or “not new.” That’s rough.…

Checking the status of your patent might sound like a small thing. But it’s not. In fact, it’s one of the smartest habits you can build if you’re a founder, engineer, or inventor trying to protect what you’ve built. This isn’t about obsessing over paperwork. It’s about knowing where you stand. It’s about staying one…

So, you filed your patent. Big win. But here’s the part no one tells you: filing is just the start. What comes next? That’s where things really start to move—or stall. This next phase is called patent prosecution. And no, it’s not about criminal charges. It’s the process of working with the patent office to…