Invention Promotion Companies

Invention Promotion Companies Caveat emptor – “buyer beware” – important advice when dealing with an Invention Promotion Company. An Invention Promotion Company is a business model designed to take a new product and promote it to the market with the goal of making money on the product. Sounds fine conceptually, and some Invention Companies do […]

Negative Patent Opinions

Negative Patent Opinions What to do if you receive a Negative Patent Opinion from a licensed Patent Practitioner.  Although a Negative Opinion was not the news you were hoping for, keep your wits about yourself and relax. Study the Opinion and the cited references. Consult with your Attorney/Agent. Begin with the belief that there are […]

If You File It Yourself

If You File It Yourself Many Small-Entity Inventors who choose to file their own patents often do not know what to expect. The information below is general in nature and is not legal advice. Here is what to expect once the patent application is properly filed. 1. You will receive an Official Filing Receipt from […]