May 28, 2025

As startups embark on their exciting journey, the spotlight typically shines on developing new concepts and marketing strategies. It’s common to put the protection of intellectual property (IP) on the back burner, thinking there will be time for that later.…

May 14, 2025

When it comes to protecting your creative ideas, understanding the difference between a patent and a copyright is crucial. A patent is a legal right granted by the government, allowing the inventor to exclude others from making, using, selling, or…

April 16, 2025

Did you know that the U.S. patent system allows inventors a whole year to file for patent protection after they first disclose their idea or put it up for sale? This is great news, but there are some important things…

March 26, 2025

In the March 26, 2025 edition of The Indiana Lawyer, Blake Hartz and Shane Moreillon urge social media users to take a closer look at the terms of service they often agree to without much thought. These agreements typically grant…

March 12, 2025

A patent is essentially a government-granted right that allows the holder to prevent others from making, using, selling, or importing a particular invention for a set period of time. This protection encourages innovation by ensuring that inventors have exclusive rights…

March 4, 2025

USPTO Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky A recent decision from the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) highlights the challenges of patenting advances in artificial intelligence and machine learning. In the appeal concerning U.S. Patent Application No. 16/319,040, filed by…

February 12, 2025

When it comes to patents, understanding what they protect is key for inventors and creators alike. The most common type, the utility patent, safeguards useful inventions. This could encompass a wide range of innovations, such as processes, machines, chemical compounds,…

January 15, 2025

Common misconceptions about the patent system can really hold businesses back from seizing growth opportunities and securing their place in the market, especially when there’s fierce competition out there. One of the biggest myths? “If I patent it, I can…

August 1, 2024

The USPTO’s inventors conference will take place August 16-17 in-person and virtually. This free, flagship conference is tailored for the independent inventor and entrepreneur community. Learn how accomplished innovators, inventors, entrepreneurs, and business owners use IP to achieve success, discover…

April 29, 2024

Invention-Con is the USPTO’s annual conference for independent inventors, entrepreneurs, and small-business owners whose success depends on guarding their creative work. Tailored for the independent inventor community, this free marquee event brings inspiration and resources directly to you. Connect with fellow…

April 26, 2024

Every April 26, we celebrate World Intellectual Property Day to learn about the role that IP rights play in encouraging innovation and creativity. In 2024 World IP Day celebrates changemakers worldwide who are driving the innovation and creativity needed to…

February 11, 2024

We celebrate the ingenuity and creativity of inventors nationwide. We wish you a Happy National Inventors Day and invite you to check out the National Inventors Hall of Fame Inductees who have made an impact on the world. Their stories…