Utility patents, also called patents for invention, protect the creation of a new and useful process, product, or the machine. They also protect the improvement of a process, machine, or product. When you secure a utility patent for your invention, you can prohibit...
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) published a decision in April that they will not process patent claims made by artificial intelligence (AI). The ruling has confirmed that only “natural persons” should have the right to apply for a patent. If your business...
The president commissioned the United States Space Force (USSF) in December 2019. The Space Force is a branch of the U.S. Armed Forces. From the foundation of the agency, the USSF has been involved in a dispute over intellectual property rights. Recently, Netflix has...
If you are an entrepreneur who is hoping to start a business, receiving a patent can be extremely important. Protecting your next big idea is extremely important. If you have a new idea for a technology or product, it is essential that you seek a patent for that idea....
If you have decided to join the great American tradition of becoming an entrepreneur, congratulations on your choice. Owning a business is one of the most fulfilling and challenging aspects of entrepreneurship. The most difficult part of starting a business is...
Coronavirus (COVID-19) has caused serious negative economic consequences. Both borrowers and creditors are wondering how they are going to survive the next few months financially. Additionally, Congress has passed several laws that regulate how some creditors can...