Vic Lin

The Old Days: Paper Patent Certificates It was only a matter of time. For those who prefer having physical originals, say goodbye to paper patent…

Does it make sense to get a patent in China? One of the most frequent questions I get about getting a patent in China is…

Trademark reexamination: A new way of attacking registrations Back in the old days, you had to file a TTAB cancellation in order to cancel a…

Are there any requirements for getting a design patent? Design patents can be quite powerful. They are part of a complete IP package you should…

Will you need to argue to get your utility patent application allowed? Nine out of ten utility patent applications will get rejected at least once.…

What are similar trademarks? Maybe it’s just me, but it sure seems like the USPTO has become more aggressive in refusing registration of trademarks. The…

Should you try to file a patent yourself? Should you file a utility patent application yourself? Would your utility patent application enjoy a higher success…

Focus on What Matters Most So much has been said about the patent application process. It can feel overwhelming. To avoid information overload, let’s get…

Do you even need a trademark lawyer? Nowadays, there are so many options for filing a trademark application with the USPTO. Just like anything else…

Does an international PCT patent application cover the whole world? No, a PCT application does not cover every country. Here is a list of non-member…

Are there inexpensive ways to enforce trademarks? Yes, it is possible to enforce trademarks without much money. You need to know how to use certain…

What makes an invention eligible for patent protection? Not every new thing is patentable. A concept might be unique, and yet ineligible for patent protection.…