Turning innovation into patents? It can be an uphill battle. I understand the stakes. The process isn't just about one idea — ...

Patents can be a hidden cost trap for startups. While they seem like a one-time expense, the reality is different. Filing is just the beginning. A single U.S. patent can exceed $50,000 over its ...

On average, it costs between $4,000 and $8,000 to get a patent. However, if the invention is highly complicated or requires extensive research and development, then the cost of obtaining the patent ...

U.S. patents are currently subject to maintenance fees paid to the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) at 3.5, 7.5, and 11.5 years from the date of grant to keep the patent live. The maintenance ...

The costs of the proposed EU Unitary Patent are among the big concerns for patent applicants, according to Colin Lamond of Nissan Technical Europe Like many companies, Nissan often only protects ...

A patent search isn’t just about the search results. It’s about the strategy that comes from understanding them. Most people think a patent search ...

Need a patent fast? Most inventors and innovators rightfully assume that getting a patent is a years-long process. But what if you could secure one in just a few months? If you need an issued patent ...

Patent thickets extend market exclusivity, delaying generic competition and increasing drug costs, with $3.5 billion in excess spending identified for four drugs over two years. The study found that ...

The Association for Accessible Medicines and the Biosimilars Council released a white paper, Serial Patent Litigation Problems and Solutions, which AAM said analyzes the increasingly common practices ...

“The AFCP 2.0 program was extremely popular…. If administered correctly, another after-final program could provide tremendous benefit again, particularly to small and medium-sized entities.” As John ...

Patents bleed cash if you’re not careful. Smart innovation managers patent what matters, cut deadweight and use data, not gut, to save big. Startups should avoid both over-patenting and ...