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Can you patent a game, such as a board game or card game?
As we rapidly move forward toward Christmas the holiday season is more and more on my mind. As I started contemplating what to write my...
How long & how much to get a patent?
How long and how much for a patent? The short answer is it takes about 22-30 months and costs about $12,000-$14,000. Before you abandon all...
What is not patentable?
Sometimes the best way to determine whether your invention is patentable is to learn what is not patentable. There are three main reasons why an...
How the USPTO knows when you created an invention?
Few things are more exciting than coming up with an idea, reduce it to a prototype, and beginning to sell it. There is also nothing...
What are the steps to get a patent?
What are the steps to getting a patent? Going through the steps of getting a patent for the first time can feel a bit like...
What is a Create-It-Yourself (CIY) patent?
What is a Create-It-Yourself (CIY) patent as opposed to a Do-It-Yourself patent? Create-It-Yourself is when you get to do all the fun parts related to...
Is a patent worth the money?
Patents can be a great asset or a money drain Most inventors think they have come up with the next big thing. Some do and...
Tired of wait? Accelerating Your Patent Application: Quick Tips for Faster Examination
Obtaining a patent can be a lengthy process, but for innovators and inventors seeking quicker examination, there are several strategies available. By taking advantage of...
Can I take/acquire a URL owned by someone else if they aren't using it?
The digital landscape is vast and ever-expanding, with millions of websites and URLs circulating across the internet. As individuals and businesses establish their online presence,...