The FTC has proposed a new rule that would ban the use of non-compete agreements across the United States. This proposed rule marks a significant shift in the regulation employment contracts and will require companies to reconsider their existing IP protection strategy. Contact one of our attorneys with any questions.
Obviousness is a critical concept in patent law that determines whether an invention is eligible for patent protection. An obviousness analysis looks at whether the claimed invention would have been obvious to a person of ordinary skill in the relevant art at the time the invention was made. Based on the recent Court ruling, the mere disclosure of all claimed elements across multiple prior art references is not sufficient to establish obviousness – there must also be reason to combine those elements. If you have a patent application which has been rejected or if you have questions about obtaining a patent, contact one of our patent attorneys today.
History of the Sports Bra Invention As most inventors know, necessity is the mother of invention and in honor of Women’s History Month, we look back at various Women Inventions. The invention of the sports bra revolutionized women’s participation in sports and fitness activities, providing comfort and support that traditional bras lacked. The journey of Read more about Women Inventions for Women’s History Month Featuring the Sports Bra[…]
In the highly competative area of software develoment, computer source code holds immense value. It’s the lifeblood of a company’s innovation and the fruit of years of labor and toil. Selecting the right form of protection depends on several factors, like the originality, confidentiality, and functionality of your code. Consulting with an experienced IP attorney ensures you leverage the most effective form of IP protection for your specific situation.
If you’ve ever witnessed a dazzling invention and wondered: “Does that need a patent?” or maybe you’re the genius behind the next big thing, but navigating the patent world can seem overwhelming and lacking the experience of prior patent protection can cause you to loose valuable strategic insight. If you are considering a patent application, you should obtain a patent attorney to help guide you through the labyrinth of intellectual property (IP) protection.
Ever wondered what it would take to secure design patent protection for your creative vision? A design patent can unlock a world of possibilities for growth and intellectual property protection. It can also attract investors, increase product value, and give you a competitive edge in the marketplace. Intellectual Property Center believes in Advancing The Power of Imagination for creators, like you, to turn their KC Design Patent dreams into tangible realities. Contact us to see how we can help.
In the ever-changing realm of Patent Law, drafting software patents have become an increasingly complicated area of practice. The recent decision in KOM Software Inc. v. NetApp, Inc. by the District of Delaware has reignited discussions surrounding the patentability of software under the Alice test, a two-step framework used to determine whether an invention falls within the categories of patent-eligible subject matter. The KOM Software decision highlights the importance of understanding the evolving landscape of software patents and the challenges associated with obtaining and enforcing patent protection in this area.
A Patent Application can cover multiple inventions. There are different reasons why One Strategy for drafting a wining Patent Application can include covering
Patent maintenance fees are mandatory fees that must be paid to the Patent Office to keep a utility patent alive. If you have questions about your patent, please contact the IPCenter.
Cost of a Patent One of the first questions from inventors is how much does a patent cost. The answer, unfortunately varies. You can file your own patent for as little as a few hundred dollars. However, because of the complexity and potential value most people prefer to have a patent attorney file a patent Read more about How Much does a Patent Cost[…]