Patents

The Unitary Patent: A Cost-Effective Route for U.S. Companies Protecting Innovation in Europe

For many U.S. innovators, Europe is a priority market for commercialization and for preventing competitor encroachment. Historically, securing protection across…

1 month ago

Pierron Featured in MLex Following Insights on USPTO’s New Streamlined Claim Set Pilot Program

When the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) announced its new Streamlined Claim Set Pilot Program, Widerman Malek partner and…

3 months ago

Can You Patent Artificial Intelligence?

Of all the rapidly evolving fields of technology, artificial intelligence (AI) has become a major cornerstone of innovation. As AI…

1 year ago

Understanding United States Patents and Their Benefits to Businesses

In the changing world of innovation and technology, protecting intellectual property is a necessity for maintaining a competitive edge. One…

2 years ago

USPTO Unveils Major Fee Overhaul for 2025: New Charges and Increases to Impact Patent Prosecution Strategies

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is set to implement a significant overhaul of its fee structure for…

2 years ago

When to Consult with a Patent Attorney: Timing is Everything

For small businesses seeking to differentiate themselves, patentable intellectual property can be a cornerstone for success. Whether it's a groundbreaking…

2 years ago

Decrease in Patent Cooperation Treaty Fees

In the world we live in with record inflation and price increases, the United States Patent and Trademark Office has…

3 years ago

Design Patents: All You Need to Know

What Is a Design Patent?   A design patent covers only the ornamental design of an object of manufacture. This means…

3 years ago

New Guidelines for Software Patents

Effective January 7, 2019 U.S. patent examiners will have a new set of guidelines at their disposal to evaluate software…

7 years ago

How To Obtain A Software Patent

Up until recently, software patents accounted for about half of all patents issued by the United States Patent and Trademark…

8 years ago