• The Most Famous Plant Patents

    • August 1, 2023
    • Posted by: web dev
    • Category: Patent Basics
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    Plant patents are a crucial aspect of intellectual property protection in the field of horticulture as they grant exclusive rights to the breeder of a new plant variety for a set period of time. Understanding plant patents is essential for anyone involved in the horticulture industry, whether they are breeders, growers, or simply plant enthusiasts. 

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  • Patent Pending Infringement: How to Identify It & What You Can Do About It

    • December 27, 2018
    • Posted by: aadibi
    • Category: Information For Inventors, Information for Startups, Patent Basics
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    If you’re reading this article, you might be worried about protecting an invention or an idea that’s currently making its way through the patent process. Or, you might be wondering how exactly the patent process works, and what sort of protections you might be able to expect along the way. Fear not, this blog has

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  • Inventors 101: Patent Attorney vs Patent Agent

    • October 21, 2018
    • Posted by: aadibi
    • Category: Patent Basics
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    A dilemma that often arises amongst entrepreneurs, inventors, and the intellectual property field in general is whether one should seek out a patent agent or a patent attorney. Typically the difference in selection comes down to money, and getting what you pay for. In one sentence: The difference between patent attorneys and patent agents is

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  • Companies vs. Inventors: 8 Critical Things to Know About Patent Rights Ownership

    • June 10, 2018
    • Posted by: aadibi
    • Category: Information For Inventors, Patent Basics
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    In 2017, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) issued 318,849 utility patents. Patent applications have increased by 5.2% since 2016. The total number of applications was about 380,000. This is a positive sign for inventors and innovators. However, with the increasing power and access to technology, more people are now capable of innovation.

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  • What Does Patent Pending Mean & Can You Protect Inventions With It?

    • June 5, 2018
    • Posted by: aadibi
    • Category: Patent Basics
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    The term “patent pending” is a legal designation or expression used to describe the interim between a patent application being filed with the United States Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO), and the patent being issued by the USPTO or the application abandoned. The terms “patent pending” and “patent applied for” are permitted to be used

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  • Top 7 Patent Litigation Mistakes Startups Should Avoid

    • May 2, 2018
    • Posted by: aadibi
    • Category: Information for Startups, Patent Basics
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    You’ve spent hours developing a new product that you know will be a success. You’ve contacted other experts to help you develop a business plan. You’re ready to put your product out there. Your crowdfunding campaign ready to go. But have you thought about patent litigation yet? Getting a patent isn’t as easy as filling

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  • Intellectual Property Litigation: Everything You Need to Know

    • March 14, 2018
    • Posted by: aadibi
    • Category: Information For Inventors, Information for Startups, Patent Basics
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    The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) may issue its 10 millionth patent in 2018. This astounding milestone not only shows how far our society has come, but also underscores the need for a better understanding of intellectual property litigation. If you hope to obtain patent number 10,000,000 or any number after, it’s vital that

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  • Escape 9-to-5: How to Live Off of Your Intellectual Property:

    • March 11, 2018
    • Posted by: aadibi
    • Category: Information For Inventors, Information for Startups, Patent Basics
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    Being stuck in a cubicle isn’t most people’s dream. If you’re like many Americans, you might be working a desk job and hustling away at your passions on the side. You may spend your time in the office dreaming of a way to escape 9-to-5 and be your own boss. If you’re an inventor, innovator,

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  • How Much Is a Patent: Everything You Need to Know

    • March 1, 2018
    • Posted by: aadibi
    • Category: Information For Inventors, Information for Startups, Patent Basics
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    You’ve put so much time and energy into your new invention and want to begin profiting off of it. You really think this idea has the potential to make you some serious cash. Maybe it could. But the odds are if you thought of the idea, someone else is going to think of it soon

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  • Resources That Helps You Create an MVP

    • January 4, 2018
    • Posted by: aadibi
    • Category: Information For Inventors, Information for Startups, Patent Basics
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    With 30,000 new consumer products created every year, it’s hard to imagine how you can find your own space in such a crowded market. There’s also a high percentage of failure for new products, but that’s because most companies lose focus on creating a minimum viable product. Using the right tools can help you create a strong

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