What Is a Design Patent? A design patent covers only the ornamental design of an object of manufacture. This means essentially that the design patent protects the appearance of a product. And to be eligible for a design patent, the object’s appearance must be novel and non-obvious. So, there must be something unique about the […]
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Why are Patents Important? Protecting Your Intellectual Property
Many people ask, “Are patents worth getting and what substantial benefits do they offer?” The answer is unequivocally, yes. The advantages of obtaining a patent almost always outweigh the potential complications that may arise if one is not secured. Especially if you plan to manufacture and sell your product on your own, a patent helps […]
Why OSU Could Not Get a Trademark for THE
As college football fans welcomed back the return of another season, there has been much to celebrate. The time-honored traditions of Saturdays spent tailgating or cheering in front of the television give us all something to get excited for. But one group of Buckeye fans got some bad news near the start of the season. […]
Beginning the Patent Process
Attorney Kelly Swartz explains the first steps in protecting your patent. Patents are an invaluable piece of intellectual property. Frequently sought after by Fortune 500 companies and start-ups alike, a patent can protect your invention from reverse engineering and give you an advantage in the marketplace, as well as making your invention more attractive to […]
I Want to Make a Prototype. How do I Protect my Idea?
You have a great idea and you are ready to take the next step and have a prototype built. This may require the expertise of a draftsman, engineer, or manufacturing house, maybe even an investor. While the best way to protect any invention is often a patent, there may be considerations that prevent filing for […]
Can I Patent My Idea?
As the saying goes, every invention is just a combination of things that have already been invented. While this may not strictly be true, many inventions are not entirely new concepts. They are simply improvements over other inventions. When determining whether or not an invention may be patented or whether or not a product may be […]
