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Patenting Network-Connected Systems: 4 Challenges for Tech Companies
Network-connected systems, often referred to as the “Internet of Things” (or IoT), have already revolutionized our daily lives — look…
13 Sep 2018
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION: DO WE NEED TO HIRE A LOCAL PATENT LAW FIRM?
When choosing a patent attorney to prepare and file patent applications, some people assume you need to hire someone local.
30 Aug 2018
OIL AND GAS TECHNOLOGY: TRENDS IN THE PATENT LANDSCAPE
In recent years, the oil and gas industry has seen a radical shift in the competitive landscape — and businesses…
28 Aug 2018
BIGLAW VS. BOUTIQUE IP FIRMS: WHERE DO YOU WANT TO BUILD YOUR LAW CAREER?
After working for a few years at a BigLaw intellectual property firm, you might start to wonder: Should you stick…
13 Aug 2018
HOW 3D PRINTING CHALLENGES EXISTING INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW
3D printing isn’t a “new” technology by any means, but it’s fast becoming more affordable and accessible. For one, some…
16 Jul 2018
13 QUALITIES PATENT PROSECUTION LAW FIRMS LOOK FOR IN NEW HIRES
It goes without saying that all law firms are looking to hire people who are competent at what they do.
3 Jul 2018
PROSECUTING SOFTWARE PATENTS IN THE UNITED STATES: LATEST DEVELOPMENTS
In 2014, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in Alice Corp vs. CLS Bank that abstract ideas implemented on…
14 Jun 2018
INTRODUCING OUR NEW PATENT AGENT, BRENT CLOTHIER
I’m thrilled to announce that Brent Clothier has joined Henry Patent Law Firm as a patent agent. Brent joins us…
24 May 2018
SHOULD SOFTWARE STARTUPS SEEK PATENT PROTECTION?
Software patents are somewhat controversial in both the legal and technical worlds. There’s a well-documented public policy debate about whether…
19 Apr 2018
IS IT TIME TO FIRE YOUR PATENT ATTORNEY? 12 FACTORS TO CONSIDER
If you’re reading this post, perhaps you’re dissatisfied with your patent attorney’s services — and wondering whether it’s finally time…
22 Feb 2018
INTERNATIONAL PATENT PROTECTION FOR STARTUPS: 6 FACTORS TO CONSIDER
Given today’s interconnected global economy, tech companies should always consider foreign patent protection. But because of the high costs, you should prioritize filing in jurisdictions that actually offer your business a competitive advantage.
8 Feb 2018
WHEN’S THE RIGHT TIME TO START THE PATENT PROCESS?
At Henry Patent Law Firm, we frequently hear from innovators and startup owners who are seeking to patent their inventions.
18 Jan 2018
WHAT INVESTORS WANT TO KNOW ABOUT YOUR IP STRATEGY
If you’re running an early-stage tech company, you’re probably thinking about how you’re going to raise funding. But it can…