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Today when we work with so much of software and software programs and software tools which have been developed by different companies or communities, where is the scope to innovate and patent? In other words, if my day to day job involves using these software tools or programs, what could be a... View More 
answered on Jan 10, 2017
The concept and scope of software patents is very ambiguous, frequently changing and very much under assault. Note that "ideas" cannot be patented or copyrighted, although you can copyright software code as a creative expression. Look at some articles on software patents reviewing the... View More
answered on Dec 20, 2016
About 87.
Well, 87 patents and patent applications in the US are assigned to Ikea, but it is tough to know exactly without spending a lot of time on it. See... View More
answered on Dec 10, 2016
It sounds like that your patent is not in force. You have to pay those fees!
The moment I go into certain patents they all refer to certain figures. I can't seem to find these figures and would like to know if there is a way for me to find the referred figures. At first I thought it had to do with not being logged in to the website. But as I tried that, nothing... View More
answered on Dec 9, 2016
This used to be a problem year ago when all you could do is to see the patent text on your computer. You could see the ASCII text, but not anything else.
Luckily things have changed, and now you can see the actual .pdf scan of the official patent. There are many websites that have .pdf... View More
It was originally filed in Ireland and this filed again without my consent or crediting me as the inventor..
answered on Nov 22, 2016
Likely yes.
The exact answer will depend on the circumstances of your case, but here are a couple of points:
(1) If you invented something for your employer, generally the employer can file an application even without your consent.
(2) Whether you are or are not an... View More
We would like to use the idea of a new product in the German market to design and produce our own product for selling in the U.S. market. The product idea is actually a new application for an existing product.
Our product will be having a different design. We will register a new brandname.... View More
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answered on Oct 24, 2016
Very generally speaking... Ideas are not copyrightable, what is copyrightable are the expressions of ideas fixed in a tangible medium. Patents can product products which are an advancement of the useful arts, that may be more apropos here. You indicated that you have a new application and a... View More
In the interest of purely exploring my options, I'd like to keep this anonymous for now. I can provide details if necessary. I will say that though the patent is worth a lot.
answered on Jan 5, 2016
If you are the inventor or co-inventor but are excluded from the patent, you may institute a petition to Patent Trial and Appeal Board or bring a litigation into federal district court. You should contact a patent attorney to evaluate your case.
I would like to know if this patent - United States Patent 7,367,068 - Is only for the USA and if not how do I find out what countries this company has the patent for?
answered on Aug 30, 2015
Patents can be filed in other countries. A local patent lawyer can assist you with this.
Please Take Notice: I am not your lawyer unless we enter into an engagement agreement in writing. This is general information that is given for legal education only. It is not legal advice, and it may... View More
answered on Aug 30, 2015
Not sure what you mean by your question. A local patent lawyer can advise.
Please Take Notice: I am not your lawyer unless we enter into an engagement agreement in writing. This is general information that is given for legal education only. It is not legal advice, and it may not work for... View More
answered on Aug 25, 2015
A local patent lawyer can advise.
Please Take Notice: I am not your lawyer unless we enter into an engagement agreement in writing. This is general information that is given for legal education only. It is not legal advice, and it may not work for your specific situation. It is impossible... View More
answered on Feb 26, 2014
First you need to check if the patent has been assigned or not.
If the patent has not been assigned, then you can contact the inventors listed on that patent.
If the patent has been assigned, you should contact the assignee only because inventor(s) don't have legal rights in this... View More
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answered on Nov 21, 2010
No, you do not need a lawyer to file for a patent. The US Patent Office website lists the requirements for a patent application here: http://www.uspto.gov/patents/resources/types/utility.jsp
However, it is a good idea to use an lawyer if you have not been through the patent process before.... View More
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