Wondering how to protect your Intellectual Property as an Inventor? Andrew Rapacke, Registered Patent Agent, provides helpful insight so you can best safeguard your ideas, brands, and inventions.
The presentation provides some background information about intellectual property as related to businesses and how the intellectual property can be used as a security interest or collateral for obtaining financing for businesses.
The Northfront Entrepreneur Alliance is a entreprenuer networking association in Northern Utah. This presentation was given on 05.18.11 to the group by Bryan Massey, a partner at Kunzler IP. He discussed the idea of whether or not a patent is worth the trouble and new changes coming to the patent process.
Presentation made at MIT Enterprise Forum of Russia Startup Bootcamp (9-11 December, Moscow). http://mitef.ru/ru/events/recent-events/282-startup-bootcamp-2011
The presentation provides some background information about intellectual property as related to businesses and how the intellectual property can be used as a security interest or collateral for obtaining financing for businesses.
The Northfront Entrepreneur Alliance is a entreprenuer networking association in Northern Utah. This presentation was given on 05.18.11 to the group by Bryan Massey, a partner at Kunzler IP. He discussed the idea of whether or not a patent is worth the trouble and new changes coming to the patent process.
Presentation made at MIT Enterprise Forum of Russia Startup Bootcamp (9-11 December, Moscow). http://mitef.ru/ru/events/recent-events/282-startup-bootcamp-2011
Building an Effective IP Portfolio without Breaking the Bank - John Sadler, C...marcus evans Network
Building an Effective IP Portfolio without Breaking the Bank - Presentation by John Sadler, Vice President, R&D, Cervel Neurotech delivered at the marcus evans Medical Device R&D Summit June 2014, held in Las Vegas
Knobbe Martens’ patent attorneys Russell Jeide and Scott Cromar hosted a seminar series on intellectual property basics for Temecula’s business community. This presentation is from the first class giving a basic overview of patents, copyrights and trademarks.
Protect your unique game software idea with a patent, trademark or copyright. Learn how intellectual property can help you, a game startup or established company.
Protecting intellectual property (ip) at startups - Ravi Vaikuntachar, Manage...Lounge47
“Protecting Intellectual Property at Startups” was a highly interactive
one with questions from entrepreneurs leading to much learning for all. Some key takeaways from the
session: 1) IP is not a “ghost” to be feared, but a “friend” to be nurtured 2) Familiarize yourself with all
aspects of IP relevant to your business and your idea. Just being informed helps you manage about 70% of
the risk 3) The vision of the Startup should lead to an IP strategy that allows easy answers to key questions
like – Should I patent or not? Which markets should I file patents in? etc. 4) Myths around IP should be
shattered (example: unclear explanations of ideas to obfuscate full disclosure can leave Startups with a
lack of protection) 5) The philosophy of patent protection should be understood – Governments give
inventors a monopoly for a certain period of time in return for full disclosure from the inventors so that
the next inventor/entrepreneur can execute and push the envelope for the general benefit of society 6)
Misuse of patents can kill a company. Founders should do an initial patent search to ensure that they are
not in violation. 7) Patent services companies are highly skilled (and expensive) but Startups may want to
consider hiring these services because shortcuts often lead to significant exposure 8) Startups that are
bootstrapping, can consider a provisional patent filing 9) Intellectual property is not just patents -
Copyrights, Trademarks and Trade Secrets offer protections that should be considered as well. Indian
entrepreneurs should take IP seriously to build credible businesses.
Introduction to UK Intellectual Property LawJane Lambert
An introduction to UK IP law. Presented orginally to young entrepreneurs in Bradfrod last May. Explains how the law protects investment in brands, design, technology and creative works. Gives some useful tips.
Legal mistakes can doom even the best startup concepts and founding teams. This workshop prepares you with a legal road map to successfully safeguarding your product or idea. Yuri Eliezer, Founder and Patent Attorney at SmartUp, will show you how to reserve your Intellectual Property rights.
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A discussion of patent tips for startups, including:
- Carefully allocating precious startup funding
- Properly limiting disclosure of new products and concepts
- Understanding patent application timelines
- Knowing when a provisional application may be appropriate
Building an Effective IP Portfolio without Breaking the Bank - John Sadler, C...marcus evans Network
Building an Effective IP Portfolio without Breaking the Bank - Presentation by John Sadler, Vice President, R&D, Cervel Neurotech delivered at the marcus evans Medical Device R&D Summit June 2014, held in Las Vegas
Knobbe Martens’ patent attorneys Russell Jeide and Scott Cromar hosted a seminar series on intellectual property basics for Temecula’s business community. This presentation is from the first class giving a basic overview of patents, copyrights and trademarks.
Protect your unique game software idea with a patent, trademark or copyright. Learn how intellectual property can help you, a game startup or established company.
Protecting intellectual property (ip) at startups - Ravi Vaikuntachar, Manage...Lounge47
“Protecting Intellectual Property at Startups” was a highly interactive
one with questions from entrepreneurs leading to much learning for all. Some key takeaways from the
session: 1) IP is not a “ghost” to be feared, but a “friend” to be nurtured 2) Familiarize yourself with all
aspects of IP relevant to your business and your idea. Just being informed helps you manage about 70% of
the risk 3) The vision of the Startup should lead to an IP strategy that allows easy answers to key questions
like – Should I patent or not? Which markets should I file patents in? etc. 4) Myths around IP should be
shattered (example: unclear explanations of ideas to obfuscate full disclosure can leave Startups with a
lack of protection) 5) The philosophy of patent protection should be understood – Governments give
inventors a monopoly for a certain period of time in return for full disclosure from the inventors so that
the next inventor/entrepreneur can execute and push the envelope for the general benefit of society 6)
Misuse of patents can kill a company. Founders should do an initial patent search to ensure that they are
not in violation. 7) Patent services companies are highly skilled (and expensive) but Startups may want to
consider hiring these services because shortcuts often lead to significant exposure 8) Startups that are
bootstrapping, can consider a provisional patent filing 9) Intellectual property is not just patents -
Copyrights, Trademarks and Trade Secrets offer protections that should be considered as well. Indian
entrepreneurs should take IP seriously to build credible businesses.
Introduction to UK Intellectual Property LawJane Lambert
An introduction to UK IP law. Presented orginally to young entrepreneurs in Bradfrod last May. Explains how the law protects investment in brands, design, technology and creative works. Gives some useful tips.
Legal mistakes can doom even the best startup concepts and founding teams. This workshop prepares you with a legal road map to successfully safeguarding your product or idea. Yuri Eliezer, Founder and Patent Attorney at SmartUp, will show you how to reserve your Intellectual Property rights.
Traklight Webinar with Shane Olafson and Kyle Siegal on Patent Dos and Don'ts...Traklight.com
A discussion of patent tips for startups, including:
- Carefully allocating precious startup funding
- Properly limiting disclosure of new products and concepts
- Understanding patent application timelines
- Knowing when a provisional application may be appropriate
Learning Objective: Develop an understanding of how an invention can be protected.
At some point in your life, a light bulb above your head shines bright, as you believe you’ve come up with something brilliant, namely an invention. But what now? How do you protect it?
Whether you want to produce and market your invention on your own, or license it to another company, the only way to profit from your invention and to guarantee that no one will steal your idea is to seek patent protection. This seminar will help you gain an understanding of patents and the process of pursuing patent protection of your inventions.
At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:
a. Explore the pros and cons of pursuing patent protection.
b. Understand the patent application process.
c. Identify options for patent monetization.
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A PowerPoint used in conjunction with a presentation by IP Litigator and Law Professor David G. Henry concerning the myths and traps of Patent, Trademark and Copyright Law and their significant impact on those in business.
This workshop, led by intellectual property attorney and founder of Smartup, Yuri Eliezer, will help you understand what options are available to secure your work and how you can cover all your bases at a reasonable cost. Attendees will leave with an understanding of the difference between patents, trademarks, and copyrights, how to protect their software, how to preserve their rights, and who owns their contributions.
Knobbe Martens attorneys Russell Jeide and Scott Cromar presented “Why is Intellectual Property Important?” at a Temecula Valley Entrepreneur’s Exchange (TVE2) event. The presentation was focused on the importance of IP to entrepreneurs and new businesses, and was part of an all-day event celebrating TVE2’s two year anniversary. The event was called “Innovate. Grow. Connect.”
Accuprosys offers Intellectual Property Law Services, Intellectual Property Rights,
Trademark Registration, Design Registration and Copyright Registration Services to Indian clients and as well as abroad clients. IP related services are at most demand because of the dire necessity to protect ones IP from infringements. If ones brand is not protected all the efforts, pains that have been put across to build the business over years will go in vain – If protected
effectively the brand might be worth of billions of dollars in the near future.
Intellectual property can be defined as a wide definite account for the group of intangibles that is possessed and protected legally by an institution from outside use or effectuation without consent. Intellectual property comprises of patents, trade secrets, trademarks, copyrights, etc.
The idea of intellectual property pertains to the reality that a few products of human intellect must be given the same rights of protection that enforce to physical property. Many of the developed countries have legal standards set in place to guard such kids of property.Corporations are steadfast in classifying and guarding intellectual property due to the huge worth they hold in knowledge-based economy. Bringing about the worth from the intellectual property and thwarting others from getting worth from the intellectual property is a crucial duty of any company.
Accuprosys is one of the pioneers of intellectual property services in India. All you need to do is get in touch with the well-abled people at Accuprosys and they will guide you in the best ways of keeping your intellectual property well protected and secured and profitable to your business in the years to come.
If there was a guidebook we could hand to inventors on the first day following the conception of their idea, this episode would be it.
When is it safe to talk about or sell your invention? How do you hedge against invalidation and rejection from competitor IP? How do you ensure you actually own your invention?
In this month’s episode, Dr. Ashley Sloat, President and Director of Patent Strategy at Aurora, leads a discussion along with our all star patent panel, exploring the most common patenting missteps taken by inventors and startups. The focus largely centers around three key areas:
1) Publicly disclosing your invention before you have filed a patent application.
2) Not searching to see if your invention or something similar already exists commercially or in publicly available resources.
3) Not carefully contracting with outside vendors and employees to make sure you own your invention.
The group highlights best practices for not making the mistakes in the first place and explores available remedial options should you already be in need of a rescue line.
Ashley is also joined today by our always exceptional group of IP experts including:
⦿ Kristen Hansen, Patent Strategist at Aurora
⦿ Ty Davis, Patent Strategy Associate at Aurora
⦿ David Jackrel, President of Jackrel Consulting
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Ethics & Advertising Department
c/o The Florida Bar
651 E. Jefferson Street
Tallahassee, Florida 32399-2300
Telephone number (850) 561-5780
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What Inventors Need To Know About Protecting Their Intellectual Property
1. What Inventors Need To Know About
Protecting Their Intellectual Property
Andrew Rapacke, JD | USPatentsNMore™
TM
2. Get to know Andrew Rapacke, JD
Andrew Rapacke is a Registered Patent Agent, pending admission to the
Florida Bar. Through his company USPatentsNMore, he works with
organizations to provide meaningful protection and helps them transform
their patent portfolio to meet the IP needs of their business. Andrew assists
clients in electrical and computer technology, mechanical and medical
devices, and turbines and power generation.
Mr. Rapacke earned his J.D. from the Florida State University College of
Law, where he was named to the Phi Delta Phi Legal Honors Fraternity, was
a member of the Journal of Trans national Law and Policy, and recipient of
the Distinguished Pro Bono Service Award. He is a candidate for an M.S. in
Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of South Florida.
Prior to attending law school, Mr. Rapacke graduated from the United States
Naval Academy and served as Lieutenant in the United States Navy. While
serving as Naval Engineering Officer, he successfully completed Naval
Advanced Gas Turbine Engineering School and was responsible for
propulsion and electrical systems onboard several Naval warships. Mr.
Rapacke is fluent in Japanese.
3. Get to know USPatentsNMore™
Protect your inventions, ideas, and brands without
sacrificing quality.
We don't nickel and dime - we provide clear and simple
proposals so you can understand what you're paying for and
exactly what it will cost.
We take a strategic approach - we understand business and
most importantly we understand your need to get a return on
your intellectual property investment. we provide the
services that you need to build and grow profit and sales.
We’re lean - most intellectual property firms have massive
overheads from fancy offices with big expense accounts. We
know clients have to pay for that overhead so we keep a lean
and intelligent approach to our own business so we can
deliver high-quality and affordable IP services.
4. Overview
• Why care?
• What IP do I need?
• Why conduct a prior art search?
• Understanding the ‘Big Picture’
• Patents in a nutshell
• Trademarks
• Copyrights
• May I combine IP?
• Prior Art Search
• Avoid these common mistakes Inventors make
• Common IP speedbumps
• Why Inventors need IP early
• Closing thoughts
6. Patents in a nutshell
• What?
- process
- machine
- product
- composition of matter
(includes software)
• Patentability
- novel
- useful
- non-obvious
• Exclusive right – not an
affirmative one!
7. … Patents in a nutshell
• Term
– 20 years from filing
• Challenges
– must file within one year of
public use, offer for sale,
sale, or publication; and, even
that isn’t so safe under first-to-
file; enters public domain after
expiration of patent
• Variations
- plant patent
(asexual reproduction)
- design patent
(ornamental - 14 years)
8. Trademarks
• Trademarks are words, names,
symbols, devices and images
that represent products, goods,
or services.
• Trademarks identify and
promote different brands or
services.
• For example, I would
trademark register the service
name USPatentsNMore™
• ™ versus ®
9. Copyrights
Copyrights protect the
expression of ideas in
literary, artistic and musical
works.
– For example, I would
copyright register all the
books and articles that I
have written.
10. May I combine IP?
You can use all three types of
intellectual property protection
together if necessary.
– For example, I would patent my
invention of an improved
lightbulb, a lightbulb that never
expires.
– I would also trademark register
the brand name of my invention,
Let There Be Light.
– I would copyright register the
instruction manual that I wrote
that explains how to install and
maintain my bulb.
11. Avoid these Common Mistakes Inventors Make
• Letting yourself ‘get in the way’
• Trying to do it all yourself
• Selling the Invention
• Publicly using the invention
• Bad provisional patent applications
• Poor Prior Art Search
• Sinking all your money into a patent
• Unclear product differentiation
• Inability to articulate ’30 second elevator speech’
• Assuming everyone will want your invention
• Falling into a scam
• Lacking business acumen
• Expecting unrealistic results
12. What is Prior Art?
Prior Art is any information in the public domain in
any form before a given date that might be relevant to
potential features and embodiments of your invention.
13. Why conduct a Prior Art Search?
• Understand the distinguishing
features of available relevant
art when you draft claims.
• Prior art is generally expected
to provide a description
sufficient to inform one skilled
in the art of whether there is
art that falls within the scope
of your potential claims.
14. Weigh the pros and cons of a
“do-it yourself” search
• Advantage:
• Potentially having a better
understanding of the nuances of
an invention, technical materials,
publications, and relevant art
• Disadvantages:
• Not being able to detach yourself
from the invention to be able to
give an unbiased assessment
• Risk not understanding “the duty
to disclose” or “what's close
enough?”
15. The USPatentsNMore Approach to Prior Art Search
• Start a broad search
(200-300 results)
• Attempt to identify families of
patents and look for patterns
• Create a “score card” of each
patent and include notes
• Identify your highest scoring
prior art and begin an in-depth
analysis
• Identify distinguishing features
in the prior art
• Remember - Don’t confuse
search results with
patentability!
16. Common IP Speedbumps
• Assuming IP is not important
or not valuable for my
invention or business
• The Do-It-Yourself Approach
• Leaping Before You Look
17. Why Inventors Need IP Early
• Protect competitive
advantage(s)
• First Inventor To File
(FITF)
– Avoid ‘missing the boat’
• file in time
• First To Invent (FTI)
20. Thank you!
Contact me for questions and/or help with your IP!
Andrew Rapacke, JD | Registered Patent Agent
andy@cweisslaw.com | 407.801.9368
USPatentsNMore.com