design patent

What does it take to patent a design? Before diving into how to patent a design, let’s first cover the why questions. Why do you…

Can a design patent cover a type of material? We all know that designs patents cover the ornamental appearance of a product or idea. Functionality…

Can a design patent protect your new product? When compared to utility patents, design patents are often overlooked as an IP asset. It’s true that…

What is the meaning of broken or dashed lines in a design patent? While I’m not sure if you can call it a loophole, US…

Design patent or utility patent? One of the most common questions we get from startup entrepreneurs is whether they should apply for a design patent…

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…

Should you file a patent application? Before discussing how to patent a product, let’s briefly consider the why question. Give some thought to this fundamental…

What is an article of manufacture? Can graphic design be protected with design patents regardless of the product? Design patents cover only those designs that…

Is patenting replacement parts a smart IP strategy? If there is a market for secondary product parts, it may make sense to file design patent…

Design patent and trademark protection for low tech products So you’re not in the high tech industry. Is IP out of the question then? You…

Can fashion products be protected with design patents? In the fashion world, looks matter. Design patents are all about protecting unique ornamental appearances, so it…

Is US design patent protection available for a graphical user interface? Yes, it is possible to obtain a US design patent on a graphical user…