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Conducting a Worldwide Patent Search

April 12, 2016

One of the most frustrating parts of applying for a patent is finding out your application is rejected because the invention is already patented. By conducting proper searches ahead of…

How Often Do I Have to Renew My Patent?

April 12, 2016

When initially filing your patent you should be prepared to have only the standard 20-year protection offered by a U.S. patent. There are very few cases in which a patent…

The Pros and Cons of Invention Promotion Companies

April 12, 2016

Many companies exist in the business world that make their living through helping inventors obtain and license patents on their inventions. These invention promotion companies offer a seemingly fantastic list…