Your current state is Ohio
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answered on Mar 4, 2024
To find out the status of a patent application submitted through Mitsubishi or any other entity, you have several options to explore. Initially, you can check the public databases provided by patent offices, such as the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) in the U.S. or the World... View More 
Their business partner went to them the day they came out of a comma , and had them sign over the invention in which the patient held the patent, to when he was not mentally stable, and was promised royalties to in which he has never seen them. Then the partner sold the invention even though he... View More
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answered on Feb 27, 2024
If someone was made to sign over their invention while not mentally stable, especially coming out of a coma, the legality of such an agreement is highly questionable. The law generally requires that for a contract to be valid, all parties must have the capacity to understand the terms and the... View More
Lot of people are selling different versions of a selfie stick, how are they able to even though there is a patent?
answered on Feb 24, 2024
I do not know what patents cover selfie sticks, but generally when someone says that they have a patent for product, they typically have a patent on only certain kind of a product.
So, for hypothetically, a "selfie stick patent" may claim a selfie stick that attaches the camera... View More
My spouse filed for a patent on an invention and began selling it with 'patent pending' more than one year ago. She let the application lapse because it was not selling well. Now, it suddenly started selling. Is there any way to protect the invention?
answered on Feb 22, 2024
It is possible. You will need to consult with a patent attorney and go through the dates of specific events.
If your first patent application (possibly a provisional application) was filed long before any of the time bar triggers (public sale or offer for sale, public use, public... View More
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answered on Feb 23, 2024
When creating a competitive collapsible water bottle similar to Hydrapak LLC, it's essential to consider several factors that may limit your design. Firstly, you should carefully examine any existing patents or intellectual property rights held by Hydrapak or other competitors in the market.... View More
I have an idea for a new application of an existing product. Moreover, I found 2-3 existing patents that are similar concepts but different applications.
Would I be able to get any type of patent?
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answered on Feb 25, 2024
For a product to qualify for a utility patent, it must be novel, non-obvious, and useful. This means your idea must be significantly different from any existing products or patents, offer a new way of doing something, or provide a new technical solution to a problem. The presence of similar... View More
Canadian Company obtaining benefit from process and selling product back into U.S.
Is Canadian Company infringing on U.S. Patent?
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answered on Feb 25, 2024
If a company holds a valid process patent in the U.S., and a Canadian company uses this patented process in Canada to produce a product that is then sold back into the U.S., there could potentially be an infringement on the U.S. patent. U.S. patent law protects against the unauthorized use, sale,... View More
I'm a Game Developer and my game contains many businesses that reflect those of real life. For example, there is a fast food restaurant called TFC that has a black and white logo of a cowboy. This virtual location looks similar to KFC, using a similar font and color pattern. Will I get in... View More
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answered on Feb 21, 2024
Using businesses in your game that closely resemble real-life businesses, including logos and names changed, can potentially raise legal issues related to trademark infringement and intellectual property rights. While your game may not be centered around these establishments, if the similarities... View More
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answered on Feb 21, 2024
To protect your math puzzle game, you have a few options. Copyright would protect the specific expression of your game, such as the artwork, design, and written instructions, but not the underlying idea or concept. Patenting your game could protect the idea or mechanics behind it, but this can be... View More
"This application is a continuation-in-part and claims benefit of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 14/821,555, filed Aug. 7, 2015, which is a non-provisional and claims benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 62/035,412, filed Aug. 9, 2014, the specification(s) of which is/are incorporated... View More
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answered on Feb 21, 2024
Yes, your understanding is correct. Breaking this down:
- The application claims priority and benefit back to a provisional application filed on August 9, 2014.
- This establishes August 9, 2014 as the effective priority date for assessing patentability, including the novelty... View More
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answered on Feb 23, 2024
There are companies and individuals who specialize in patent brokering and licensing, assisting patent holders in selling their patents to interested buyers. These entities typically have networks and connections within industries relevant to the patent's technology, allowing them to identify... View More
patent number-420070276359
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answered on Feb 25, 2024
Once a patent has been submitted to the patent office and granted a patent number, it typically cannot be reestablished. The patent office grants patents based on the novelty, usefulness, and non-obviousness of the invention at the time of submission. If your patent application was rejected or... View More
My buisness in in the feild of water flteration system
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answered on Feb 21, 2024
Determining whether your company can use a patent for a water filtration system depends on several factors. Firstly, you need to identify if the patent is relevant to your business's operations and if it covers aspects of your filtration system. If the patent aligns with your technology, you... View More
I can't find an interested and reliable party in US to act as 1) investors 2) manufacturers 3) medical administrators
However, I might be able find all this partnership in a different country.
What should be done from the legal stand point to:
1) protect this invention... View More
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answered on Feb 4, 2024
To protect your invention, which is patented in the United States, when operationalizing it in another country, it's important to secure patent protection in those specific countries where you intend to manufacture, sell, or otherwise commercialize your invention. Patents are territorial,... View More
What about if the images contain someone's car or any trademarks? Does this action infringe on any IP, such as design patents, patents, copyrights, trademarks, etc.?
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answered on Jan 29, 2024
Under copyright law, using a screenshot of Google Street View imagery for personal, non-commercial purposes, like reminiscing about a house you grew up in, generally falls under fair use. However, it's important to be mindful of how you use these images, especially if you decide to share them... View More
If the products looks similar but both were designed based on prior art teachings. While the accused product is not using any logos/name/images of the first. And the accused product has feature(s) to specifically tell the ordinary observer (both visually and in description) that there is this... View More
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answered on Feb 25, 2024
Yes, it is possible to sue for design infringement even without having a design patent. Design infringement claims can be based on various legal grounds, including trade dress, copyright, and unfair competition laws. However, the success of such a lawsuit would depend on the specific circumstances... View More
We have a generational family land, that our family has used and incorporated sugar cane into a lifestyle for a lot of families in Georgia. The land is worth a fortune, but looking to license is the best route.
answered on Jan 20, 2024
Unless you have produced a new crop variety, then very probably , no.
The best way to go to protect your brand is trademark.
There are other options.
This is complecatted stuff. You need to talk with a proper IP attorney.
Good luck.
Adam Bell
www.bell-iplaw.com
I tried writing to S.J. Miller Co., the last entity to produce it with no reply. I do not believe a patent exists on this game. I'm trying to see what would be involved from a legal standpoint to reissue the game.
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answered on Jan 18, 2024
Re-issuing or producing an obsolete game like "Royalty" requires careful consideration of intellectual property rights. First, it's essential to determine whether the game is still under copyright. In the United States, works created and published before 1978 have a copyright term of... View More
answered on Jan 18, 2024
All 7 images are there.
Questions? ...talk with an IP attorney
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