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DeepIP Review 2025
Abstract DeepIP is a patent prosecution tool that leverages AI to assist with drafting patent applications and responding to office...

Tim Bright
May 88 min read


Your Duty to Disclose: The USPTO’s Information Disclosure Statement Requirement
The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) requires inventors to identify any prior art they are aware of at the time of filing. This may seem like doing the examiner’s job for them. However, strategic use of the information disclosure statement (IDS) can enhance the value of your IP assets. With the USPTO's recent fee changes taking effect on January 19, 2025, now is a great time to review these obligations and procedures.

Tim Bright
Apr 264 min read


Keeping Your Patent Active at the USPTO: How to Avoid and Remedy Abandonment
There are many statuses a patent application can have at the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Pending status indicates...

Tim Bright
Apr 144 min read


Fast-Track Your Patent Application at the USPTO
There is a well-known backlog of patent applications at the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Applicants wait an average...

Tim Bright
Apr 105 min read


Timelines at the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
The grant date and the expiration date of a patent are often seen as most important when considering patent rights. While these dates are...

Tim Bright
Apr 36 min read


Patent Families: A Guide to Child Patent Applications
If you’ve filed a patent and want to protect a newer version of the invention, a child patent may be the tool for you.

Tim Bright
Mar 246 min read


A view of the innovation landscape: Insights from LexisNexis and Clarivate on the top 100 innovators of 2025
Intellectual property law is the legal framework supporting innovation, and IP professionals must understand the pace and direction of...

Tim Bright
Mar 174 min read


Essential Reads for Navigating AI and Semiconductor IP Challenges
Here are three must-read books that provide insights into AI and semiconductor manufacturing for innovators and IP professionals.

Tim Bright
Mar 116 min read


Patent Cooperation Treaty: Path Optimization for the Global IP Landscape
The PCT gives innovators tools to protect their intellectual property around the world.

Tim Bright
Mar 34 min read


Mask Works and the Semiconductor Chip Protection Act of 1984
Background and Purpose The Semiconductor Chip Protection Act (SCPA) of 1984 gave American semiconductor innovators tools to protect the...

Tim Bright
Feb 243 min read


Industry Spotlight: IBM
A company at the intersection of computing and everything.

Tim Bright
Feb 121 min read


Demystifying The Patent Process: A Comprehensive Guide for Inventors
So, you’ve come up with an idea and want to protect it. A patent is a document that grants you the right to exclude others from making,...

Tim Bright
Jan 226 min read


Essentials for Patent Filing: What Do You Need?
Filing a patent application is something you want to make sure you get right. Missteps in the application and drafting phase may remain...

Tim Bright
Jan 24 min read


Secure Your Software Innovations: Expert Patent Preparation Services
In today's fast-paced world of software innovations, protecting your intellectual property is more crucial than ever. Whether you're a...

Tim Bright
Nov 16, 20242 min read


Navigating IP Laws: Software Industry Insights for Entrepreneurs
In the fast-paced and ever-evolving software industry, intellectual property (IP) protection is crucial for entrepreneurs looking to...

Tim Bright
Nov 16, 20242 min read


Maximizing Software Patent Protection: Tips and Strategies
In the fast-paced world of software development, protecting your intellectual property is crucial to maintaining a competitive edge in...

Tim Bright
Nov 16, 20242 min read
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