Category: Patent Filing

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;…

Using insights from your patent data can help you make better investment decisions. By doing so, you can cut through the noise and identify new entrants to the market, allowing you to capitalize on opportunities that may otherwise go unnoticed. Identify new entrants to the market Identifying new entrants to the market is a critical…

Using the examiner’s allowance data to improve patent prosecution can be a useful tool for patent attorneys. Especially when they need to decide whether to pursue a claim or to withdraw it. But how do you know how to make the most of the data? Examiner Statistics and Patent Prosecution “Moneyball”, as it is known,…

Having a healthy patent portfolio means using the right tools to help you analyze your patents, prune them down and diversify them.  Patent analytics can help improve the health of a company’s patent portfolio. By using data-driven analysis and AI, companies can gain a comprehensive understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of their patent portfolio,…

Bringing predictability and productivity to your Patent Prosecution process is essential if you want to achieve your goals in a timely manner. Thankfully, you can do just that with the use of a Patent analytics system. Patent data Bringing predictability and productivity to your patent prosecution process is not just a good idea, but can…

Using the Queen’s Gambit, you can make small upfront sacrifices for better control of patent prosecution. It is a powerful way to win over patent attorneys, and get them to move in your direction. Chess Adapted from a novel by Walter Tevis, “The Queens’ Gambit” is a drama about a female chess prodigy named Beth…