What is a slash signature?
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by James Yang
8M ago
A slash signature (S-signature) is a signature inserted between forward slash marks. Your slash signature would be /[your name]/.  That’s it.  It’s so simple.  The slash signature is preferred instead of a handwritten signature because it makes the process much simpler.  You don’t need to print, sign, scan and email back any document.  A slash […] The post What is a slash signature? appeared first on Top-Rated Orange County Patent Lawyer | Helping Inventors in Orange County, Los Angeles County & Beyond | OC Patent Lawyer, Irvine CA ..read more
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What is a trademark watch service?
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by James Yang
9M ago
A trademark watch service is a proactive monitoring service that helps protect a company’s trademark rights.  It involves regularly monitoring trademark databases and other sources to identify any new trademark applications or registrations that may be similar or potentially infringing on your existing registered trademarks. The watch service will alert you of any similar marks […] The post What is a trademark watch service? appeared first on Top-Rated Orange County Patent Lawyer | Helping Inventors in Orange County, Los Angeles County & Beyond | OC Patent Lawyer, Irvine CA ..read more
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How to fill out a Nonpublication Request?
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by James Yang
10M ago
We’re going to discuss the Nonpublication Request. Without this request, your patent application will be published about 18 months after the earliest priority date. Upon filing the request, the Patent Office will keep your patent application secret until it’s granted as a patent. We’re going to discuss: What is a Nonpublication Request? How to fill […] The post How to fill out a Nonpublication Request? appeared first on Top-Rated Orange County Patent Lawyer | Helping Inventors in Orange County, Los Angeles County & Beyond | OC Patent Lawyer, Irvine CA ..read more
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How to fill out a Declaration of Utility or Design Application?
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by James Yang
10M ago
The declaration is one of the forms submitted with a patent application.  We will explain how to fill out the declaration for your utility or design patent application. The declaration isn’t necessary to fill out when you file your provisional patent application but it is a good thing to file it anyways. Also, the declaration […] The post How to fill out a Declaration of Utility or Design Application? appeared first on Top-Rated Orange County Patent Lawyer | Helping Inventors in Orange County, Los Angeles County & Beyond | OC Patent Lawyer, Irvine CA ..read more
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How to broadly protect your invention with a patent?
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by James Yang
11M ago
Are you an inventor who has come up with a unique idea that you want to protect? If so, it’s essential to understand how to protect your invention broadly to prevent others from designing around your patent. The patent process can be complex. At any step along the way, you could make a mistake that […] The post How to broadly protect your invention with a patent? appeared first on Top-Rated Orange County Patent Lawyer | Helping Inventors in Orange County, Los Angeles County & Beyond | OC Patent Lawyer, Irvine CA ..read more
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Can others copy the invention while in process of obtaining a patent?
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by James Yang
1y ago
You have an idea and wondering whether you should file a patent application to protect your idea.  But, you learn that a patent application won’t stop the competition from copying your idea.  That’s right; you can’t sue others for patent infringement while obtaining your patent.  Should you still file a patent application? While applying for […] The post Can others copy the invention while in process of obtaining a patent? appeared first on Top-Rated Orange County Patent Lawyer | Helping Inventors in Orange County, Los Angeles County & Beyond | OC Patent Lawyer, Irvine CA ..read more
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What is an assignee search?
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by James Yang
1y ago
An assignee search is a patent database search for all patent documents (i.e., patents and pre-grant publications) owned by a particular entity. The patent databases that are searched are typically the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), the European Patent Office (EPO), and the patent databases of specific countries. What is an assignee and […] The post What is an assignee search? appeared first on Top-Rated Orange County Patent Lawyer | Helping Inventors in Orange County, Los Angeles County & Beyond | OC Patent Lawyer, Irvine CA ..read more
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Guide to Identifying Patent Infringement Red Flags
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by James Yang
1y ago
Patent infringement is a serious issue that every business needs to know. It could cost you significant money if you address patent infringement after you launch your product. However, often, a little preplanning before you launch your product can save you time and money in the long run. Copying someone else’s product is a red […] The post Guide to Identifying Patent Infringement Red Flags appeared first on Top-Rated Orange County Patent Lawyer | Helping Inventors in Orange County, Los Angeles County & Beyond | OC Patent Lawyer, Irvine CA ..read more
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What are the differences between structural, functional, and intended use claim limitations?
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by James Yang
1y ago
The focus of our discussion today will be on the various types of limitations in a patent claim, including structural, functional, and intended use claim limitations, and how they differ from one another. What is a structural claim limitation? A structural claim limitation is a type of limitation found in patent claims that restrict the […] The post What are the differences between structural, functional, and intended use claim limitations? appeared first on Top-Rated Orange County Patent Lawyer | Helping Inventors in Orange County, Los Angeles County & Beyond | OC Patent Lawyer, Irvine CA ..read more
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Understanding Patent Term Adjustments (PTA)
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by James Yang
1y ago
A patent gives inventors a right to exclude others from selling a competing product for 20 years.  The 20-year period is known as the patent term.  If the patent term can be extended, it would be a crucial factor in determining the profitability of the invention over the life of the patent. There are certain […] The post Understanding Patent Term Adjustments (PTA) appeared first on Top-Rated Orange County Patent Lawyer | Helping Inventors in Orange County, Los Angeles County & Beyond | OC Patent Lawyer, Irvine CA ..read more
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