Articles Index
How much money do I need for patenting?
How much money do I need for patenting?
What Is Publication?
As a result of publication someone applying for a patent may assert provisional rights.
Why should I obtain a trademark?
Why should I obtain a trademark? There are some specific benefits of having a federally registered trademark
What Is Mandatory Deposit?
The United States has mandatory deposit requirement for all works published in the United States.
When does a patent application have to be filed?
When does a patent application have to be filed?
Could I be sued for using somebody else's work? How about quotes or samples?
How do I get permission to use somebody else's work - Could I be sued for using somebody else's work - How about quotes or samples?
What is a Deposit?
What is a deposit needed for copyright registrations.
Will The US Copyright Office Accept a Copy of My Work in any Form?
You cannot send the copyright office a copy of your work in a form that they do not want.
Can I Get a Copy of a Copyright Application, Work, or Lost Certificate?
How to get copies of copyright certificates and work.
Can I Search The Copyright Office?
The records of the Copyright Office are open for inspection and searching by the public
Who owns a patent?
Who owns a patent?
How long does a trademark registration last?
How long does trademark registration last?
What is a trademark?
What is a trademark?
What Are "89-" Trademark Registration Numbers?
What are these strange trademark registration numbers?
What is Surround Sound?
What is surround sound?
What is a PCT Application?
What is a PCT application - The Patent Cooperation Treaty or PCT is an international agreement for filing patent applications having effect in up to 117 countries.
Does the USPTO determine trademark infringement?
Does the USPTO determine trademark infringement?
How Do I Submit my Patent to the Black Inventors' Database?
If you are a black inventor and you have a patent number with your name on it - please email me and let me know so I can add you to the database.
How do I Register to Practice Trademark Law?
How do I register to practice trademark law before the Patent and Trademark Office?
Can I Fax in My Trademark Application?
Can I fax in my trademark application?
Can the Tademark Office Conduct a Trademark Search for an Applicant?
The USPTO does conduct a trademark search for a different reason
Is a Federal Registration Valid Outside the United States?
Certain countries do recognize a United States trademark
Do I Need an Attorney to File a Trademark Application?
You may or may not need an attorney to file a trademark application.
Can I Call the USPTO with a Patent or Trademark Question?
Can I call the patent and trademark office with a question?
Do I Have to be a U.S. Citizen to Obtain a Federal Registration of a Trademark?
Do I have to be a U.S. citizen to obtain a federal registration?