Vic Lin

Foreign patent costs Foreign patent costs are high. If we’re talking about utility patents, expect about $2,000 to $6,000 for the initial filing in each…

A Problem The journey to a granted patent starts with a problem. You search for a satisfactory solution, but can’t find any. Others may have…

What is a trademark with acquired distinctiveness? Some trademarks are inherently distinctive from the start. Inherently distinctive marks generally include marks that are arbitrary, fanciful…

Can you speed up design patent applications? Yes, you can speed up the examination of design patent applications by filing a request for expedited examination…

Broader Patent Claims: When Less Is More Before we dive into this discussion, let’s make sure we’re all on the same page about what we…

What is a trademark strategy that will improve the chances of registering your mark? A successful trademark registration will depend a great deal upon the…

Your patent strategy depends on your goals Patent strategies should be dictated by end goals. So it makes sense to start with a worthy goal,…

How hard is it to get a utility patent? Before delving into how hard it is to get a utility patent, we should define that…

What is the average utility patent success rate? It is no surprise that utility patents are substantially harder to obtain than design patents. What may…

How much does it cost to get a patent? A one-size-fits-all patent does not exist. Patents vary widely. Design patents, for example, are more predictable…

What is the meaning of public disclosure of an invention? Patents are time-sensitive. Those desiring patent protection do not have the luxury of waiting indefinitely…

A patent game plan for product launch Deciding whether to file a patent application before or after product launch is not easy. While much can…