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Patent Trademark Blog
MAY 26, 2021
What is the meaning of broken or dashed lines in a design patent? While I’m not sure if you can call it a loophole, US design patents enable a particular option in the drawings that can potentially broaden protection. In a US design patent, the claimed design comprises what is drawn in solid lines.
Patent Trademark Blog
FEBRUARY 24, 2022
Should you use a design patent to protect your new product? When compared to utility patents , design patents are often overlooked as an IP asset. Let’s explore when it makes sense to pursue a product design patent. Let’s explore when it makes sense to pursue a product design patent.
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Patent Trademark Blog
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
Can you include a logo in your design patent application? Let me share a strategy if you’re thinking about filing a design patent application for a new product that might be considered somewhat similar to existing products. It is possible to include a logo in your design patent application for a product.
Patent Trademark Blog
JANUARY 18, 2023
Besides software patents, ineligible subject matter can also arise in design patent applications. Trying to obtain a design patent on a two-dimensional artwork or graphic design without regard to the article can also lead to ineligible problems. appeared first on Patent Trademark Blog | IP Q&A.
Patent Trademark Blog
JANUARY 5, 2022
What is a design patent continuation application? US patent law allows an applicant to file a “child” patent application while the “parent” application is still pending. This rule applies to both utility and design patent applications. Be careful though.
Garrigues Blog
JUNE 1, 2021
It’s the first anniversary of the Garrigues IP Blog. We take a look at our Top10 most-read posts in this first year of the IP Blog: The Influencers’ Code of conduct comes into force on January 1, 2021: are you aware of your obligations? Catch up with us every Tuesday on our IP Blog. There will be a sequel!
Patent Trademark Blog
MAY 26, 2023
It’s not the function, but the looks of your product that might be protectable if it’s too late to file a patent. These are the visual features that would have been appropriate for design patent protection. Notice I said ornamental features, not ornamental products.
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