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Homemade Inventions Deserve Patents, Too
In my many encounters with inventors around the country, I find that many believe that patents may only be issued for completely new inventions. However, U.S. patent law does not require that a new product or process to resemble something from a science fiction movie; a useful modification or improvement of an existing device or…
Let’s Define Intellectual Property
Welcome to the first part of our new series regarding intellectual property and the way that it is handled legally. For all individuals that are creative, this information is extremely beneficial and helpful when ensuring that your ideas remain your own. We believe that the best way to start this series is from the foundation…
How to Get a Patent
Every idea begins in a space not much larger than a coffee mug—the human brain. But in the twenty-first century, intellectual property that goes on to become legally protected through patents can (and often does) have global reach. As the world continues to globalize at breathtaking speeds, an increasing number of aspiring and ambitious entrepreneurs…