What would Christmas be these days without mentioning the words “Made in China.” From Christmas lights to wrapping paper, and even the gifts left by Santa Claus, the little gold “Made in […]
Christmas in China
Defining Patentable Subject Matter- Software and Silicon Life Forms
What is Patentable? Inventions come in all shapes and sizes. Some can be dropped on a table and looked at, while others cannot be seen at all. These “invisible inventions” are often […]
A FOUNDATION IN THE LAW: Patenting Structures And Buildings
A little bit of history… Many buildings, bridges and other structures fall within the realm of patentable subject matter. Yet, in today’s fast paced world of design and build, patents are often […]
Patent Drawings – Knowing the Standards
The Requirements – United States patent law1 states that “the applicant shall furnish a drawing where necessary for the understanding of the subject matter to be patented.” This does not say that […]
Canadian Patent Law- A Primer From The Great White North
The Basics – The Patent Act in Canada came about in 1869, modeled after the U.S. Patent Act of 1790. Today, the Canadian patent system is very similar to that of the […]
Broadening Reissue – Changing the Scope of Your Patent Claims
Keeping the patent process in focus with your business – The long pendency of patent applications in the U.S. often creates a problem when a company’s technology gets ahead of its patent […]
It’s a Numbers Game – How They Are Used in Our Patent System
Encountering Numbers on Patents and Published Applications – As engineers and scientists, we often find ourselves conducting technical research for a variety of reasons, such as to learn about a subject that […]
The Space-Time Innovation Continuum
Patent Law and its place in the Universe – This month, we are pleased to offer our 50th Limited Monopoly column. As a change of pace, we would like to expand your […]
Patented Or Not, This Christmas Give Plants
Luther Burbank and The Plant Patent Act of 1930 – The Plant Patent Act of 1930 made it possible to patent new varieties of plants that are asexually reproduced, with the exception […]
Patent License Agreement Audits – Ensuring the Reward for Innovation
Patent license agreements are vitally important to many companies. A patent royalty payment goes straight to the bottom line, unlike product sales where materials and overhead must be taken out first. So […]
