Patents
Patents are critical for protecting inventions and designs. Learn how and when to file one, read success stories from fellow inventors, and more.
What Is a Patent, and How to Use It
A patent is a valuable right that helps you protect your unique invention. But it can be a pricy and time-consuming proposition. Learn the patent…
How to Get a Patent in 5 Steps
Applying for a patent is a long and sometimes complex process, but the process can be broken down in these five steps. Find out how to get started…
Patent Squatters: Is it possible to patent an invention that everyone's been using for years?
Can you patent a new product that stems from an old favorite?
4 Questions to Ask a Patent Attorney
Find out how to get the most out of your attorney consultation.
How Lawyers Help File Patent Applications
A good patent attorney can make a complicated process easier.
Disabled Inventors: Necessity Is the Mother of Invention
Inventors are known to tackle problems they encounter in their everyday lives. For disabled inventors solving these problems can have a life-changing…
Honoring George Washington Carver
George Washington Carver rose from slavery to become one of the greatest scientists of the 20th century.
Patent Trolls and Their Impact
Imagine getting a letter demanding $25,000 in back licensing fees from the patent holder of a product you use to produce your own product. “Patent…
Patent Pending: Knowing When It's Time to File a Provisional Patent
If you're ready to protect your invention even though it may not be ready for market, you should know about provisional patents. Here's the basics.
Why You Should Patent Your Invention
Here are three reasons you'll want to consider patenting your invention, plus a few words of caution.