Thomas A. Edison was issued U.S. Patent No. 200,521 on February 19, 1878 for a phonograph, just one of more than 1,000 patents he was granted for his inventions. Edison’s invention of […]
Patenting Holes – And the Story of an Early Marketing Scheme
Inter Partes Review – Sovereign Immunity and the Oil States Storm in the Supreme Court
IPR Under the AIA – The America Invents Act, which is considered the most significant reform of patent law in over 50 years, became effective in September of 2011. One of the […]
21st Century Holiday Lights – The Story of the White LED
Of Christmas Lights Past – As days grow short and darkness dominates the landscape, we humans turn to artificial lighting for both utility and aesthetic comfort. Before the advent of electricity, candles […]
What is a Limited Monopoly?
The U.S. Patent Act was enacted by congress under its Constitutional grant of authority to secure for limited times to inventors the exclusive right to their discoveries. “A patent is essentially a […]
Pre-Appeal Briefs – Another Bite at the Apple or Just More File History
The Traditional Road to Appeal – If the claims in your patent application have been rejected twice, there are several options at your disposal, one of which is to go through the […]
Just Breathe: A Few Old Skool Engines… and the Patents Behind Them
So Long Summer of ’16 – This month we wistfully say goodbye to the summer of ’16, as it fades in our rearview mirror. To close out this season, we’re offering a […]
Patent Agent – Client Privilege as real as Attorney – Client Privilege
Attorney-Client Privilege. A Short Overview. Attorney-client privilege is considered to be the oldest form of privilege related to confidential communications; that of the communication between an attorney and client. Attorney-client privilege protects […]
The Licensing and Royalty Route – One Option for Patent Monetization
The Concept… The concept of a “royalty” as an economic construction has a long history. Not surprisingly, the concept relates to the use of the word to describe ancestry – “royal lineage” […]
Super Cars!
Spring is in the Air – Nothing says spring better than a fast car. Not a self-driving autonomous car or one of those computer screen emblazoned luxury SUVs with cupholders and WiFi, […]
Avoid Admitting Prior Art in Your Patent Application – Take the Path Less Traveled
Your Invention in Words – A patent application is, simply put, your invention in words. While the patent application describes your invention in detail, it should also describe what makes your invention […]
