Vic Lin

What are common problems in registering a trademark on books? Books, DVDs, CDs, films, videos and other media containing creative content are generally considered creative…

Do-It-Yourself Trademark Filings There are several DIY and semi-DIY trademark services offering to help applicants file their trademark applications with the USPTO. In many cases,…

What is intent to use? To understand what is not an intent to use, let’s first begin with what it is. Intent to use refers…

Guest post by Aki Ryuka Japan Patent Attorney and founder of Ryuka IP Law Firm Japan IP High Court Says, Steak Providing System is Patent…

How to read a patent While design patents are straightforward, utility patents can be confusing to understand. You have the claims which read like a…

What is a patent abstract? A patent abstract is a short section of a utility patent that concisely summarizes the invention. Preferably located after the…

What is a Patent Examiner’s Amendment? I love Examiner’s Amendments. Not only is the patent examiner willing to allow a patent application, the examiner is…

What is an extension of time to oppose a trademark application? The US trademark legal system allows third parties to oppose the registration of a…

Can an abandoned patent application be revived? Under certain circumstances, yes. An abandoned patent application may be revived depending upon the following key factors: Need…

Is US design patent protection available for a graphical user interface? Yes, it is possible to obtain a US design patent on a graphical user…

Office Action cost range: from simple to complex responses The cost estimate of responding to an Office Action in a utility patent application will depend…

What should you ask for in a second opinion? So you have a nagging feeling that something is not right with your pending patent application,…