Do you know anyone who has made “lasting contributions to America’s competitiveness, standard of living, and quality of life through technological innovation” or “substantial contributions to strengthening the Nation’s technological workforce”? If so, nominate that person for the 2012 Medal of Technology and Innovation. The NMTI is the nation’s highest honor awarded by the President… Continue reading Nominations Open for the 2012 National Medal of Technology and Innovation
Month: January 2012
Patent Maintenance Fees
A patent is valid for twenty years after its filing date (plus any patent term adjustment granted as a result of USPTO delays, of course). However, a patent will expire before its twenty years are up if the patent owner fails to pay maintenance fees. When speaking with my clients, all of them exhibit awareness… Continue reading Patent Maintenance Fees
Trademark Basics
Trademark Basics I thought a blog post on the basics of trademark law might be helpful to some of my clients. I’ll provide a brief overview of what a trademark covers, the benefits of federal registration with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, and how long a trademark registration will remain valid after it is… Continue reading Trademark Basics