Non-Provisional Patents
New Study: AI Patents Face Higher Invalidation Rates Under 101
A look at why AI patents are more likely to be invalidated under Section 101 and what it means for software teams.
How to Get a Software Patent: A Beginner Friendly Guide
Learn how to get a software patent, from USPTO search to filing and costs, in this practical beginner guide to protecting your idea.
California Patent Services: How Startups and Universities Can Protect New Technology
California startups and universities can protect new technology with smart patent searches, practical filing strategy, and the right patent professional.
Hidden Dangers of AI-Generated Patent Applications for Inventors
Discover the major flaws in AI generated patent applications and why human patent agents remain essential for protecting your intellectual property.
Can You Get a Software Patent? A Practical Guide
In today’s hyper-competitive technological ecosystem, the speed of innovation is often surpassed by the speed of imitation. For software developers, the stakes of intellectual property protection reached a zenith on March 16, 2013, with the enactment of the “first-to-file” rule. Under this regime, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) no longer prioritizes who…
Provisional vs. Non-Provisional: The BEST way to protect your invention
The “Aha!” moment—that instant when a solution to a nagging problem finally crystallizes in your mind—is one of the most exhilarating experiences an entrepreneur can have. However, as a registered patent agent, I often see that excitement quickly shadowed by a strategic dilemma: how do you protect this precious idea without draining your bank account?…
