Tag: Patent Workflow Automation

When you are building something new, the biggest risk is not just if your product works. The real danger is when others copy it or work around it. Competitors will often try to make small changes so they can still take your market without facing legal trouble. That’s where design-arounds come in. Why Figures Matter…

If you’re building something new—something real—you probably know patents can help protect it. But here’s the thing most founders don’t realize: how you write your patent claims can make or break your chances of getting approved. Not just someday. Right now. On this patent. With this examiner. What Is Claim Breadth, Really? Claim Breadth Isn’t…

Here’s the thing. Most startup founders and engineers spend all their time building cool stuff. New tech. Better code. Smarter models. And that’s great—because that’s the fun part. But when it’s time to talk to the patent examiner? Or explain your invention in a way that sticks and gets through? That’s where things slow down.…

When you’re building something new—something the world hasn’t seen before—you’re not just solving problems. You’re also convincing people. Investors. Customers. Partners. Maybe even patent attorneys. And often, the make-or-break moment comes down to one thing: how you talk about your idea. Why Interview Scripts Matter More Than You Think It’s not just a formality Most…

Every founder knows this: getting a patent approved isn’t easy. It’s not just about having a great idea. It’s about playing the game right. And one of the biggest players in that game? The examiner. The truth is, every patent examiner at the USPTO is different. Some are tough. Some are slow. Some love details.…

You’re building something big. You’ve got code, hardware, data—real innovation. You file a patent to protect it, but then it comes back with rejections. Confusing numbers like 101, 102, or 103. Legal language you didn’t ask for. Delays you didn’t plan for. And a whole lot of frustration. What is a 101 Rejection? Understanding the…

When you’re filing a patent, one small decision can make a big difference. One of those early calls is figuring out who to talk to at the USPTO—the United States Patent and Trademark Office. Should you talk to the SPE? Or the Primary Examiner? Or both? What’s the difference between an SPE and a Primary…

You’re building something big. You’re not here to waste time, and you definitely don’t want your patent stuck in some endless loop. But then—your patent application hits a wall. Final rejection. Why this moment matters more than you think It’s not just about the patent—it’s about your timeline, traction, and team When you hit a…

If your patent application gets rejected, you’ve got two main ways forward: file a Request for Continued Examination (RCE), or go for an appeal. Both options come with different timelines, costs, and chances of success. And here’s the real deal: picking the wrong path can waste time, money, and momentum. Understanding What’s at Stake Every…

Most startup founders hear the word “patent” and think one of two things. Either it sounds too complicated, or it sounds too slow. But there’s a middle part of the patent process that’s incredibly important and not often talked about: narrowing your claims to get past the patent examiner. Understanding What Claim Narrowing Really Means…