Organizations that invest in research and development or acquire ideas from researchers have something valuable to protect. Patents are among the strongest forms of intellectual property protection available. The process of prosecuting a patent is complex but...
Patent disputes are common in industries that thrive on innovation, such as technology, pharmaceuticals and manufacturing. These conflicts generally arise when one party alleges that another has infringed on its patented intellectual property (IP). Licensing...
Seeking a patent is a lengthy process in most cases. Those hoping to obtain a patent to protect a concept or product idea have to invest in research and development. Once they have unique ideas or new concepts established, then the research stage begins. Typically,...
Patented concepts and products often represent tens of thousands of dollars of business investment and countless hours of research. Companies develop entire teams intended to create cutting-edge software solutions or new ways to produce medical lasers. They may then...
Intellectual property (IP) helps to define how businesses are identified and operate. It’s up to each company’s owners to protect relevant IP. For example, seeking patents, registering trademarks, etc. can help to safeguard these valuable assets. Another way that a...
A company’s intellectual property (IP) helps to define the operations of the business, its methods and its ability to stand alone in the marketplace. There are various types of IP, including copyrights, trade secrets, patents and trademarks. Each type of IP must be...
Successfully prosecuting a patent theoretically gives a company sole control over a concept or new product. The patented idea, item or process becomes the protected intellectual property of the patent holder. Securing a patent can help a company protect what it has...
If you run a business in this digital age, you almost certainly understand that intellectual property is a business’s crown jewel. From logos and product designs to creative content and marketing materials, originality is key to brand recognition and customer trust....
The United States invested heavily in scientific research and development to beat the Russians and all other nations to the moon. The coordinated efforts that made that achievement possible continue to inspire patent policies to this day. A few years ago, the United...
Patent valuation is critical in determining the monetary value of patents and patent portfolios. This process is essential for various business activities, including mergers and acquisitions, licensing negotiations, fundraising and financial reporting. Valuing patents...