In this episode I go through the four main types of intellectual property so you can determine whether you might need patent, trademark, copyright and/or trade secret protection.

In this episode I go through the four main types of intellectual property so you can determine whether you might need patent, trademark, copyright and/or trade secret protection.

What is Intellectual Property and What Kind do I Need? EP001

In this episode I tackle the question of whether your idea (or embodiments of your idea) is even eligible to receive a patent. I go through inventions and discoveries that can be subject to a patent, and ones that cannot be subject to a patent.

In this episode I tackle the question of whether your idea (or embodiments of your idea) is even eligible to receive a patent. I go through inventions and discoveries that can be subject to a patent, and ones that cannot be subject to a patent.

Is My Idea Patentable? EP002

In this episode I go through the next steps to determine whether your invention might be patentable.  In order to receive a patent, your invention must be new, useful, and non-obvious.  But how is that determined? This episode will give you a quick rundown.

In this episode I go through the next steps to determine whether your invention might be patentable.  In order to receive a patent, your invention must be new, useful, and non-obvious.  But how is that determined? This episode will give you a quick rundown.

Is My Invention New, Useful and Non-Obvious? EP003

In this episode I go through ways to do a patent search, including key word searches, classification searches, and forward/backward citation searches.  I also go through an example patent search for an avocado slicer where you can follow along.

In this episode I go through ways to do a patent search, including key word searches, classification searches, and forward/backward citation searches.  I also go through an example patent search for an avocado slicer where you can follow along.

How to Patent Search and Find Similar Inventions? EP004

In this episode I go through the problems of telling people about your invention, who you should get to sign non-disclosure agreements, and the deadlines to file your patent application if you've already disclosed your invention to the public.

In this episode I go through the problems of telling people about your invention, who you should get to sign non-disclosure agreements, and the deadlines to file your patent application if you've already disclosed your invention to the public.

Should I Tell People About My Invention and What are the Patent Application Deadlines? EP005

In this episode I go through a brief introduction of the main six parts of a patent: 1) the abstract, 2) background of the invention, 3) summary of the invention, 4) brief description of drawings, 5) detailed description of the embodiments, and 6) the claims. In later episodes I will go over more details about each of these parts.

In this episode I go through a brief introduction of the main six parts of a patent: 1) the abstract, 2) background of the invention, 3) summary of the invention, 4) brief description of drawings, 5) detailed description of the embodiments, and 6) the claims. In later episodes I will go over more details about each of these parts.

How to Read and Understand the Parts of a Patent. EP006

In this episode I go through what happens from when you file your patent application until your patent issues.  There are lots of twists and turns your application can take so this is just a general overview of what happens and what you should do when you get a rejection, and your options, such as amending your application, arguing for patentability, filing a request for continued examination, appealing to the Patent Trial and Appeal Board, Federal Circuit, and Supreme Court.  Details will be covered in future episodes.

In this episode I go through what happens from when you file your patent application until your patent issues.  There are lots of twists and turns your application can take so this is just a general overview of what happens and what you should do when you get a rejection, and your options, such as amending your application, arguing for patentability, filing a request for continued examination, appealing to the Patent Trial and Appeal Board, Federal Circuit, and Supreme Court.  Details will be covered in future episodes.

What is the Patent Application Process? EP007

In this episode I go over what provisional patent applications are, the differences between provisional and non-provisional patent applications, the pros and cons of provisional patent applications, and the requirements for provisional patent applications.

In this episode I go over what provisional patent applications are, the differences between provisional and non-provisional patent applications, the pros and cons of provisional patent applications, and the requirements for provisional patent applications.

What are Provisional Patent Applications and Should I File One? EP008

In this episode I go through the initial step of claim drafting, which is first to identify what your invention actually is.  I go through an example of patented multi-bit screwdriver using the "prune and distill" and "problem and solution" methods of identifying the invention. Only after you have first identified the invention should you begin to draft claims and the rest of your invention.

In this episode I go through the initial step of claim drafting, which is first to identify what your invention actually is.  I go through an example of patented multi-bit screwdriver using the "prune and distill" and "problem and solution" methods of identifying the invention. Only after you have first identified the invention should you begin to draft claims and the rest of your invention.

How to Draft Claims - Part 1 - Identifying Your Invention. EP009

Apparatus Claim

In this episode I go through the parts of a device or apparatus claim, which are the preamble, the transition word, and the limitations.  I cover some major things to think about when you draft claims, and some pitfalls to avoid. 

In this episode I go through the parts of a device or apparatus claim, which are the preamble, the transition word, and the limitations.  I cover some major things to think about when you draft claims, and some pitfalls to avoid.

How to Draft Claims - Part 2 - Anatomy of a Device or Apparatus Claim. EP010

Learn the steps of how to patent your invention, from initial concept to issued patent. Host and registered patent attorney, Adam L. Diament, J.D., Ph.D., founder and owner of Diament Patent Law, guides you through the complicated process of patenting your invention.  This podcast starts from the beginning of what to do when you first have an idea, all the way through the steps that will hopefully lead to an issued patent.  Other intellectual property areas will also be covered, such as trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, and licensing.

I&#39;m surprised and thrilled that this podcast exists! I&#39;ve tried to do patent searches, and to read patents in preparation for getting a patent of my own, but I have mostly found frustration. By explaining exactly how to prepare a patent (and importantly, WHY some of the byzantine and counter-intuitive aspects are as they are), Adam gives a vital under-the-hood tour. I am going to follow these instructions to prepare my patent(s) because doing so will force me to think the way patent attorneys and the global patent offices do, and to think about strategies and the commercialization of my invention at a deep level. Then I will take my draft documents to a patent attorney who will undoubtedly rewrite everything from scratch, but will likely create better results sooner (and with less expense!), and be able to communicate with me more effectively and efficiently because of my groundwork.

A nuts & bolts explanation of the patenting process in bite=sized chunks

Dr. Diament put together a fantastic review of essential patent information for inventors. I am very glad I came across this podcast!

Fantastic high yield podcast for inventors

Patenting for Inventors

In this episode I go over a special way of claiming your invention by using "means plus function" claim language.  In this way of claiming your invention, you claim your invention not by physical structures, but by how the parts of your invention function.  Learn the pros and cons of using this approach and especially how to avoid the pitfalls of mean plus function claim language.

In this episode I go over a special way of claiming your invention by using "means plus function" claim language.  In this way of claiming your invention, you claim your invention not by physical structures, but by how the parts of your invention function.  Learn the pros and cons of using this approach and especially how to avoid the pitfalls of mean plus function claim language.

Means Plus Function Claim Language. EP094

In this bonus episode of "Patenting for Inventors," I interview Genein Letford, author, educator, and founder of Alumni360, an entrepreneurship mentoring program for college bound students.

In this bonus episode of "Patenting for Inventors," I interview <a href="http://geneinletford.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Genein Letford</a>, author, educator, and founder of <a href="https://alumni360.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alumni360</a>, an entrepreneurship mentoring program for college bound students.

Bonus Episode 01: Genein Letford Interview

In this episode I go over step-by-step how to actually file a United States trademark application online.

In this episode I go over step-by-step how to actually file a United States trademark application online.

How to File a Trademark Application. EP070

In this podcast episode, learn the basics of what a patent license is, how it is different than an assignment, the different types of patent licenses, and what to keep in mind when entering a patent licensing agreement.

In this podcast episode, learn the basics of what a patent license is, how it is different than an assignment, the different types of patent licenses, and what to keep in mind when entering a patent licensing agreement.

Patent Licensing. EP088

In this episode, I go over how to put patent markings on your patented or patent pending product. I also go over the importance of product patent markings, and some pitfalls to watch out for.

In this episode, I go over how to put patent markings on your patented or patent pending product. I also go over the importance of product patent markings, and some pitfalls to watch out for.

How to Mark Your Patented Product. EP071

If you are considering filing patent applications related to an application that you already filed, then you might be interested in a continuing patent application. There are different types and you should know the differences. In this episode I do a general overview of the different types of continuing applications: divisionals, continuations, continuation-in-parts, reissues, and continued prosecution applications (CPAs).

If you are considering filing patent applications related to an application that you already filed, then you might be interested in a continuing patent application. There are different types and you should know the differences. In this episode I do a general overview of the different types of continuing applications: divisionals, continuations, continuation-in-parts, reissues, and continued prosecution applications (CPAs).

What are Continuing Patent Applications? EP056

In this episode I go through how to respond to what is called a Section 102, novelty, or anticipation rejection. All of these terms mean that the examiner believes that your invention already exists in the public, so you can't get a patent on it.  Is all hope lost? Not necessarily! Listen to this episode to find out how to respond to such a rejection.

In this episode I go through how to respond to what is called a Section 102, novelty, or anticipation rejection. All of these terms mean that the examiner believes that your invention already exists in the public, so you can't get a patent on it.  Is all hope lost? Not necessarily! Listen to this episode to find out how to respond to such a rejection.

How to Respond to a Section 102, Novelty, or Anticipation Patent Application Rejection. EP046

Amy Wenslow

In this bonus episode, I interview Amy Wenslow, founder and CEO of Products to Profits. Amy has decades of experience in international product development, sales, and management for consumer goods. She has helped her clients get their products into retail, QVC, and Shark Tank. She gives great advice on how to get your business to the next level.

In this bonus episode, I interview Amy Wenslow, founder and CEO of Products to Profits. Amy has decades of experience in international product development, sales, and management for consumer goods. She has helped her clients get their products into retail, QVC, and Shark Tank. She gives great advice on how to get your business to the next level.

Bonus Episode 02: Amy Wenslow Interview - Products to Profits

In this episode I go through what patent objections are, how they differ from patent rejections and I talk about the different types of objections and how to overcome them.

In this episode I go through what patent objections are, how they differ from patent rejections and I talk about the different types of objections and how to overcome them.

Introduction to Patent Objections. EP042

In this episode I go over the basics of how to prepare a response to an Office Action, such as the formatting, introduction, and conclusion.

In this episode I go over the basics of how to prepare a response to an Office Action, such as the formatting, introduction, and conclusion.

How to Prepare an Office Action Response. EP045

In this episode I go over the three general options you have for responding to an Office Action, which are: abandon, amend, or argue.

In this episode I go over the three general options you have for responding to an Office Action, which are: abandon, amend, or argue.

Options for Responding to a First Office Action. EP044

How words are defined in a patent can make the difference between patenting infringing and non-infringement. But how should words be defined if there's a fight about the meaning of a word in a patent? Should expert testimony be used? Dictionaries? Scholarly journals? The patent itself? Learn the hierarchy of sources for how words are defined in a patent to help you better draft your own patent application.

How words are defined in a patent can make the difference between patenting infringing and non-infringement. But how should words be defined if there's a fight about the meaning of a word in a patent? Should expert testimony be used? Dictionaries? Scholarly journals? The patent itself? Learn the hierarchy of sources for how words are defined in a patent to help you better draft your own patent application.

Interpreting and Defining Words in a Patent. EP083

If the claims in your patent application have been rejected twice, you usually will receive a final office action.  Don't worry yet! "Final" does not mean final.  There are at least eight options you have, and in this episode I present an overview of these eight options.

If the claims in your patent application have been rejected twice, you usually will receive a final office action.  Don't worry yet! "Final" does not mean final.  There are at least eight options you have, and in this episode I present an overview of these eight options.

Eight Options for Responding to a Final Rejection. EP061

In this episode I go over the basics of how to read an Office Action, and the steps you should take when you receive an Office Action.

In this episode I go over the basics of how to read an Office Action, and the steps you should take when you receive an Office Action.

How to Read an Office Action. EP043

In this episode I go over the basics of the different types of patent rejections. The main rejections you will see are called: 101 (subject matter), 102 (anticipation), 103 (obviousness), and 112 (specification and distinctly claiming subject matter) rejections. Learn what they and then in later episodes I'll cover how to handle them.

In this episode I go over the basics of the different types of patent rejections. The main rejections you will see are called: 101 (subject matter), 102 (anticipation), 103 (obviousness), and 112 (specification and distinctly claiming subject matter) rejections. Learn what they and then in later episodes I'll cover how to handle them.

What are Patent Rejections? EP041

In this episode I go over a second way to invalidate someone else's patent at the Patent Office, using a procedure called an Inter Partes Review.

In this episode I go over a second way to invalidate someone else's patent at the Patent Office, using a procedure called an Inter Partes Review.

Invalidating Someone Else's Patents Part 2 - Inter Partes Reviews. EP078

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