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Can software user interfaces be patented?
When discussing patent protection for software innovations, many people often think in terms of automation or production — that is,…
8 Nov 2024
Innovating in the university setting: Will public disclosures affect my invention’s patentability?
Many academic researchers are generally aware that their own public disclosures, in the form of conference presentations, journal publications, etc.,…
24 Oct 2024
How to Avoid Self-Inflicted Wounds (Applicant Admitted Prior Art) in Your Patent Applications
When drafting their patent applications, many inventors have an instinct to gratuitously describe what others have developed before them. Understandably,…
18 Oct 2024
Claim Strategies for Patent Applications: Can Your Patent Claims Ever Be Too Narrow?
This is the second in a two-part blog series on the scope of your patent application’s claim set. (Read Part…
2 Oct 2024
Artificial Intelligence In the Innovation Process: Can AI-Generated Work Be Patented?
With the recent rise of generative artificial intelligence (AI) technology, it’s likely that AI systems will start playing a larger…
27 Sep 2024
How to Launch A Patent Portfolio: 7 Strategic Steps
We’ve previously discussed the various reasons to consider seeking patent protection and the value of patent applications. Building a patent portfolio…
24 Sep 2024
Human Resources and Intellectual Property: Creating Effective Hiring Practices
This is Part One of a two-part blog series on the role your human resources department can play in implementing…
5 Sep 2024
Patent Trials and Triumphs: IPA v. Microsoft
Patent Trials and Triumphs is our blog series where we showcase U.S. patents that have triumphed in recent jury trials.
14 Jun 2024
Kove v. Amazon: Crafting an Intellectual Property Strategy for Cloud Computing Tech
Patent infringement lawsuits in the U.S. culminate in a jury trial. So the effectiveness of a U.S. patent, and ultimately…
3 Sep 2024
Human Resources and Intellectual Property: How To Implement Confidentiality Policies
This is Part Two of a two-part blog series on the role your human resources department can play in implementing…
23 Aug 2024
7 Business Best Practices for Protecting Intellectual Property
We frequently work with tech companies who need to protect confidential and proprietary information related to their research and development…
1 May 2024
Building Your IP Strategy for Patent-Intensive Tech Startups – Part 4: IP Mapping
This is the last in a four-part blog series on how to build an IP strategy for patent-intensive tech startups.
26 Apr 2024
How to Strengthen Your Patent Portfolio Against IPR Challenges
When you’re awarded a patent, you might think the patent process is finished. But your competitors might think otherwise! In…