Patents
Patents are critical for protecting inventions and designs. Learn how and when to file one, read success stories from fellow inventors, and more.
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What Are Patent Drawings?
Drawings are a critical part of the patent and usually the first and biggest step in drafting a patent. Find out more about patent drawings and their role in utility, design, and provisional applications.
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The Patent Application Process
To have the best chance of success with your patent application, you need to know the difference between the parts you can do yourself and the parts you should seek help for.
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Patent Office Action: What Is It and How Do I Respond?
It’s not uncommon to get an Office action when you apply for a patent. What is an office action? How should you respond?
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How to Get Patent Drawings
Before a draftsman pens the straight lines and neat numbering, your drawings have to explain your invention in a way you understand. Learn how to get great patent drawings.
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What Does Patent Pending Mean? Why It's Important for Businesses
'Patent pending' is a designation that discourages infringement. While limited, you’re still protected while the patent is pending. Learn how.
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How to Sell a Patent: What You Need to Know
You have a patent—what’s next? There are a few ways you can generate a profit from your invention, including selling or licensing your patent.
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What Happens When You Get a Patent Revocation?
Can the USPTO revoke a patent after granting it? Yes. Learn more about patent re-examinations, the grounds for requesting one, and possible outcomes.
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2026 Guide to Provisional Patent Applications
A provisional patent application secures an early filing date for your invention, buying you 12 months to develop it further. Follow these 4 steps to begin.
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Beware the Patent Troll
Patent trolls make money by buying and attempting to enforce patents, but there are ways to protect yourself.
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How to Do a Patent Search and Why It Matters
If you’re hoping to apply for a patent, performing a patent search first could potentially save you a lot of time, money, and frustration.
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