Intellectual Property Law

USPTO Subject Matter Eligibility Declarations (SMEDs): When Innovation Needs More Than Attorney Argument

Patent applicants facing a Section 101 rejection often struggle to demonstrate that an invention represents a technological improvement rather than…

2 weeks ago

USPTO Selects Florida for New Community Engagement Office, Strengthening Support for Inventors and Innovative Businesses

Florida's innovation ecosystem received significant news this week when the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) announced that the University…

3 weeks ago

Big News from the USPTO: Saying Goodbye to Fax Machines

In a recent press release, the USPTO announced some big news – groundbreaking, if you will! It’s official. The USPTO…

4 months ago

Foreign Inventors Must Now Hire U.S. Patent Counsel: What You Need to Know About the USPTO’s New Representation Rule

Daniel Pierron, Registered Patent Attorney, Widerman Malek, PL | Published March 19, 2026 | Last Reviewed: March 19, 2026  …

7 months ago

Common Law vs. Federal Trademarks: Understanding The Difference And Why Federal Registration Matters

As you build your business, your brand name, logo, and identity are some of your most valuable assets. Many business…

9 months ago

Why You Should Trademark Your Business Name

You’ve invested your time, money, and creativity into building your brand. But have you truly protected it? Just as you…

9 months ago

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…

10 months 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…

12 months ago

The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office Remains Open during the Government Shutdown

As of midnight on October 1, 2025, the United States government has shut down as Congress has been unable to…

1 year ago

US Patent Office Announces Applicants Will Receive Issued Patents Faster

The US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) announced that it will reduce the time between receiving an Issue Notification for…

1 year ago