Filing a Patent
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- December 13, 2021
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Do you have an invention you think might be a game-changer in the market? Well, before introducing it to the world, the first step is to make sure no one can steal your creation. Obtaining intellectual property rights is a crucial step to getting the documents needed to verify you are the sole owner.
But the process of filing a patent is not all smooth sailing. If you do not want your application rejected by USPTO after investing most of your resources, have the following in mind.
Think of a Provisional Patent Application
At what stage is your invention? If you are sure your product needs further development or would like to evaluate it commercially before committing to a full patent, obtaining a PPA is the best course of action.
According to the 2013 USPTO rules, the system no longer recognizes the first to invent as the owner but the first inventor-to-file.
So, if your technology is still in the development phase and would not want anyone claiming ownership of the idea before you, get a 12-month provisional patent. This way, even if your invention goes public during the 12-month period, it would be an infringement on your rights, sue able in a court of law.
Filing a provisional patent application is less difficult than a non-provisional one. Typically, the process involves:
- Creating two pdf files
- Describing your invention on the first file and drawings on the second
- Downloading the cover sheet
- Paying the USPTO charges and submitting your file.
- Filing a provisional patent (optional)
- Performing a patent search
- Preparing black-ink drawings of your designs
- Creating a written version of your patent application
- Submitting the design application together with applicable fees
- Revising your application if rejected the first round according to the examiner’s instructions and resubmitting
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