After you file your PCT application, you will receive an International Preliminary Examination Report (IPER). The IPER occurs during the …
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Alternatives to a PCT application
When it is time to consider whether to file a PCT application, it is important to weigh in possible alternatives. …
How a PCT can reduce overall patent costs
The biggest deterrent to filing a PCT application is the filing fees, which will cost thousands of dollars – and …
International patent questions – answered
Can I get an international patent? There is no such thing as an international patent, nor is there an international …
Receiving a Cease & Desist letter – Part 3: exploring patent licenses In Part 1 of this series on cease …
Receiving a cease and desist letter – Part 2: due diligence
In Part 1 of this series on cease and desist letters, I suggested hiring an attorney for an infringement opinion …
Receiving a Cease & Desist letter – Part 1: Where to start
I rarely see clients go into a defensive panic mode more quickly than when they receive a cease & desist …
Disposing of real property outside New York
Real property must be disposed of by the laws of the state where it is located. Thus, if a person …
Recent trends in trademark application timelines
The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO website offers a wealth of information about trademarks. One valuable publication is …
Throwing the proverbial kitchen sink into your patent application
Many inventors believe that disclosure limits the scope of their protection. They try to give vague, non-specific examples in an …