For technology-focused companies that rely heavily on innovation, patent portfolio development is critical for establishing and expanding their competitive edge. A key for strategic portfolio ...

Rumor has it that one of many behind-the-scenes changes being implemented at the USPTO relates to how (or when) continuing applications are taken up for examination. Typically, an examiner may give ...

On November 20, 2024, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) published a final rule introducing a significant new fee structure for continuing patent applications. This rule, set to take effect ...

“Properly applying the new terminal disclaimer rule will likely take time and repetitions for examiners to understand and adapt…. This will make practitioner-examiner interviews even more critical as ...

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Millions of patent applications for new inventions and innovations across industries are filed globally annually. To ensure that your patent stands out from the crowd and is successful, it’s important ...

Portfolio managers face challenges in selecting drafters who balance cost with quality, amidst complex patent jargon. This article aims to make it easier for portfolio managers to get the quality ...

Imagine you have developed a groundbreaking product that is going to revolutionize your industry. You do not want your competitors to copy the product. At the very least, you want them to pay you ...