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Quick Patent Search with Google Patents

Learn about Google Patents Advanced Search

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Google Patents Glossary

“About” Link – Located at the bottom of the Google patents homepage, Links to the Google Patents overview page describing search rules. Abstract Search – Searches the abstract of documents using the characters “AB=”. (Did not seem to be working properly at the time of writing) ADJ/x Operator – Search operator that favors results with […]

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What Do Patent Attorneys Do?/Why Hire A Patent Attorney?

From protecting inventors from loosing potential patent rights to selling helping you sell a hard earned patent, patent attorneys provide many services.

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Patent Links

Patent relevant pages for a variety of purposes

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How to find a Baton Rouge Patent Attorney:

A local attorney can make all the difference. Baton Rouge? Baton Rouge is actually a good place to look for a patent lawyer for a few reasons: Baton Rouge has a diverse and qualified group of attorneys. Baton Rouge is one of the more economical cities in the region if you are looking for patent […]

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First Patent Search

Comparing the features of the closest reference to the features of your invention will help you understand what is new about the invention.

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Where to Patent Search

For a quick search or for the novice searcher, Google Patents may be the best tool on the web.

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Don’t forget a business plan while seeking patent protection

Most inventors hope to either actively participate in the commercialization of their invention or license the invention so they may receive a royalty for such commercialization efforts. Working with a patent attorney to seek patent protection is only a portion of the typical patent based business.

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Are you eligible for reduced patent fees?

Eligibility for reduced fees should be assessed in light of the specific regulations that govern that eligibility. Although eligibility requirements depend on a number of factors, many of which are not covered in this post, the figure above illustrates some of the key concepts that govern eligibility for small entity status and micro entity status at the […]

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Don’t Launch a Kickstarter Patent Problem

Kickstarter.com, Indiegogo.com and other crowdfunding sites have revolutionized the way that some businesses start up and raise capital. However, when new technology is involved, it is best to look before you leap. In a first-to-file patent system there is a danger that winning the race to raise capital could lead to losing the race to […]